The Western Central Regional Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old man in connection with the death of his mother, Juliana Boata, 46, at Nana Ango Hill in Tarkwa in the Western Region.
According to Citi Newsroom, the Command said in a statement dated 29 October 2026 that it had begun investigations into the death.
Police said preliminary investigations indicate the incident occurred on Monday, 26 October 2026, after the suspect complained of illness, visited a hospital for treatment and returned home.
According to the police, the suspect had expressed dissatisfaction with his father, claiming he had not received the same level of care and support as his siblings. Police allege he then attacked the deceased in her room with a wooden plank, struck her on the head and strangled her.
Adom Online, reporting the same police statement, said the deceased was the only person who remained in the house at the time.
The body has been taken to the Tarkwa Government Hospital mortuary for preservation and autopsy. Police said they would expedite investigations.
The suspect has not been named, and no charge or court appearance was reported. He remains presumed innocent.