A man has died after falling into a river while running from police officers. The incident happened in the Volta Region.

The man was being pursued by police in connection with a reported theft case.

He attempted to evade arrest by jumping into a river.

He was unable to swim and drowned.

The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the incident.

An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the chase and the death is underway.

More details will be provided as they become available.