A gruesome murder has sent shockwaves through the community of Owuraku in the Nsawam Adoagyiri municipality of the Eastern Region, where a middle-aged man was found dead with his throat slit.
The victim, believed to be around 40 years old, was discovered in a bush near a football field with severe head injuries, his hands tied, and his throat brutally slashed.
The horrifying nature of the crime has left residents in fear, with many struggling to come to terms with the brutality of the killing.
Local authorities were quickly alerted after the body was found, prompting the police to launch an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the murder.
Law enforcement officials are working to determine whether the killing was a targeted attack, a robbery gone wrong, or linked to other criminal activities.
Meanwhile, community leaders have called for increased security in the area, urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
A unit committee member, Odokwei Damtey, confirmed that the deceased has been identified, though authorities have yet to release further details about his background.
He appealed to law enforcement agencies to intensify efforts to track down those responsible, emphasizing the need for swift justice.
As investigations continue, the tragic incident has heightened security concerns in Nsawam Adoagyiri, with many calling for stronger policing to prevent such violent crimes in the future.