A 17-year-old student has been arrested in connection with the death of a fellow student, identified as Joseph Tsetsekple, at Peki Senior High School (SHS) in the South Dayi District of the Volta Region.
The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, was arrested by the Peki Police following an alleged altercation involving a schoolbag at one of the school’s dormitories.
According to sources, the suspect allegedly pushed Joseph during the disagreement, leaving him critically unconscious.
The victim was subsequently rushed to the Peki Government Hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
Police officers at the Peki Police Station confirmed the incident to Adom News, indicating that the suspect remains in custody as investigations continue.
The police have appealed to school authorities and anyone with relevant information to assist with the ongoing investigation.
Meanwhile, the body of the deceased has been deposited at the Peki Government Hospital mortuary pending an autopsy and further examination.
