The family of 24-year-old Ghanaian, Joseph Owusu, has demanded answers following his death under unexplained circumstances in New York, United States.
His brother, Kwadwo, has called for a thorough and transparent police investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death and urged authorities to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
Joseph Owusu, who worked as a caregiver supporting persons with disabilities, also served as a chorister at his local Methodist church.
His family described him as a beloved son and brother whose death has left them and the wider community devastated.
Police have informed the family that an autopsy is being conducted on the body as investigations into the incident continue.
Meanwhile, the Government of Ghana has expressed condolences to the family.
In a statement issued by Ghana’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York on Wednesday, November 4, officials of the Mission visited the bereaved family to convey the government’s condolences and support.
The visit, led by Deputy Permanent Representative Ben Dotsei Malor and Consul-General Anthony El-Adas, was undertaken on the directive of Ghana’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN, Samuel Yao Kumah.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who joined the visit by phone, conveyed the solidarity of President John Dramani Mahama and the government to the family.
He described the incident as shocking and saddening.
Mr. Ablakwa assured the family that the government would work with relevant United States authorities to ensure that justice is served.
Source: Abigail Ekua Arhin
