In a deeply unsettling event that has sent shockwaves through the Mampong-Pepease community, a suburb of Sekondi in Ghana's Western Region, a 17-year-old boy, Francis Mensah, was allegedly murdered by his elder brother, Anthony Acquah, on August 16, 2025. The Kwesimintsim District Police Command has since taken swift action to apprehend the suspect.
According to an official police report, the tragic incident occurred at approximately 6:00 p.m., following what has been described as a misunderstanding between the two siblings. Acquah is alleged to have fatally stabbed his younger brother during the altercation. Witnesses reported that he fled the scene immediately after the incident, leaving the community in shock and mourning.
For days, Acquah remained in hiding, evading capture. However, law enforcement authorities utilized intelligence-gathering techniques to locate him. On August 20, 2025, police officers successfully arrested the suspect at his hideout in Kojokrom, another town near Sekondi. This development was confirmed in an official statement released by the police on August 21.
The suspect is currently in police custody and is cooperating with investigators as they work to unravel the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. The authorities have assured the public that justice will be served and have called for calm as investigations continue.
This heartbreaking incident has raised concerns about familial disputes and their potential to escalate into violence. It serves as a stark reminder of the need for effective conflict resolution mechanisms within families and communities.
The local community remains in mourning over the loss of young Francis Mensah, whose life was tragically cut short. As the investigation progresses, many hope that justice will be served and that this tragedy will prompt discussions on preventing similar occurrences in the future.
Authorities have urged anyone with additional information regarding the case to come forward to assist with the ongoing investigation. The Kwesimintsim District Police Command has reiterated its commitment to ensuring public safety and maintaining law and order in the region.
This tragic event underscores the importance of addressing interpersonal conflicts before they escalate into irreversible consequences. The community of Mampong-Pepease now faces the dual challenge of grieving their loss while seeking answers and closure in this painful chapter of their history.
-Citinewsroom
Curated by Tetteh Belinda | GhanaCrimes
