The Western Central Regional Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old suspect in connection with the murder of 46-year-old Juliana Boata, a resident of Nana Ango Hill in Tarkwa.
The incident occurred on Monday, October 26, at about 12:30 pm, according to a police statement.
The police said the suspect had complained of illness and visited a hospital for treatment before returning home.
Additional information gathered by investigators suggests that the deceased was the person who remained in the house at the time.
The suspect is also said to have expressed dissatisfaction with his father, claiming that he had not received the same level of care and support as his other siblings.
Following this, the suspect allegedly attacked the deceased in her room with a wooden plank, struck her on the head and strangled her, resulting in her death.
The body has since been conveyed to the Tarkwa Government Hospital Mortuary for preservation and autopsy.
The Police Command has assured the public it will expedite the investigation and ensure anyone found culpable is dealt with in accordance with the law.
