The Tesano Divisional Police Command is investigating the death of 33-year-old Enoch Abrokwa, who was allegedly stabbed by his 19-year-old girlfriend, Emmanuella Asante, during a misunderstanding at Ofankor Barrier in Accra.
In a press release dated 21 October 2026, the Accra Regional Police Command said preliminary investigations indicate that on Friday, 9 October 2026, a disagreement ensued between the suspect and the deceased at his business premises. The confrontation allegedly escalated, resulting in the accused person stabbing the deceased in the chest with a piece of broken glass.
The deceased was rushed to a hospital at Taifa-Burkina and later referred to the Ridge Hospital, where he underwent surgery for a deep wound that affected his intestines. He, however, died on 14 October 2026 while receiving treatment.
The accused person was arrested on 10 October 2026 and brought to the Police by the complainant and three others. She reportedly admitted to stabbing the deceased and remains in Police custody as investigations continue.
The accused, Emmanuella Asante, was put before the court and remanded into Police custody to reappear on 3 November 2026.
The Accra Regional Police Command urges the public to resolve disagreements peacefully and refrain from violence. The public is also encouraged to cooperate with the Police as investigations continue and appropriate action is taken in accordance with the law.
The statement was signed by Ms Juliana Obeng, Chief Superintendent and Head of Public Affairs for the Accra Region.
