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The alleged murder of a businesswoman in Sokoban, a suburb of Kumasi on Friday, September 8, 2023, has led to the arrest of the prime suspect, John Allister, who was employed as a house help by the victim's family.
The victim has been identified as the wife of the son of legendary Ghanaian footballer, Reverend Osei Kofi.
Peace FM's Ashanti regional correspondent, Samson Kwame Nyamekye, confirmed the arrest during the Evening News broadcast on September 14, 2023.
Nyamekye reported that John Allister, aged 22, is now in police custody, assisting authorities in their ongoing investigations.
According to reports, John Allister fled the scene of the crime with his madam's car and various items belonging to the deceased.
Nyamekye explained that John also took the deceased's phone and engaged in conversations, posing as the victim and sending messages to friends and close acquaintances.
"The police really struggled before they were able to go to the house and retrieve the deceased, but I can confirm to Peace News that there is good news that John Allister has been arrested by the police this afternoon, and he is in police custody, assisting in investigations," Nyamekye stated.