Police investigate death of 33-year-old man following stabbing at Ofankor

Story by: Regina Bless

The Accra Regional Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of a 33-year-old man, identified as Enoch Abrokwa, who was allegedly stabbed by his 19-year-old girlfriend, Emmanuella Asante, following a misunderstanding at Ofankor Barrier in Accra.

According to a press release issued by the Ghana Police Service on October 21, 2026, preliminary investigations indicate that the incident occurred on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the deceased’s business premises, where a disagreement between the two allegedly escalated into a confrontation.

The suspect is alleged to have stabbed Abrokwa in the chest with a piece of broken glass during the altercation.

The deceased was initially rushed to a hospital at Taifa-Burkina before being referred to Ridge Hospital for further treatment. He underwent surgery for a deep wound that affected his intestines but died on October 14, 2026, while receiving medical care.

The police said the suspect was arrested on October 10, 2026, following a complaint by the deceased and three other individuals. She reportedly admitted to stabbing him and remains in police custody as investigations continue.

Emmanuella Asante has since appeared before the court and was remanded into police custody. She is expected to reappear on November 3, 2026.

The Accra Regional Police Command has urged the public to resolve disagreements peacefully and refrain from violence. It has also appealed to the public to cooperate with investigators as the case proceeds in accordance with the law.

The police have reiterated the importance of peaceful conflict resolution as investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the incident.