Ofankor: 33-year-old man dies after alleged stabbing by girlfriend, 19

A 19-year-old girl, Emmanuella Asante has allegedly stabbed her 33-year-old boyfriend, Enoch Abrokwa to death during a misunderstanding at Ofankor Barrier in Accra.

The Tesano Divisional Police Command says it is investigating the incident.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, police say its preliminary investigations indicate that the disagreement ensued between the two on Friday, October 2026, at the deceased 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.

However, died on October 14, 2026 while receiving treatment.

The accused person was arrested on October 10, 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 November 3, 2026.

The Accra Regional Police Command has urged 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.