A man has drowned after he jumped into a river while trying to escape from police officers. The tragic event occurred yesterday as law enforcement attempted to apprehend the suspect.

Police were in the process of arresting the individual when he made the decision to flee into the water.

His attempt to evade capture tragically ended in his death in the river.

The Ghana Police Service is now investigating the full details surrounding the incident.

Further information will be released as the investigation progresses.