T he University of Cape Coast (UCC) has launched an investigation into the death of a Level 200 student whose body was discovered at Hutchland Beach on Friday morning.
The deceased, identified as Innocentia Atsufui Avinu, was confirmed to be a student of the university after police alerted the institution following the discovery of the body.
In a statement issued by its Directorate of Public Affairs, the university said it is collaborating closely with the UCC District Police Command to establish the circumstances surrounding the student’s death.
According to the statement, the university’s response has been coordinated through the Office of the Dean of Students’ Affairs, which is assisting the police with identification procedures and the gathering of relevant information.
The university explained that the Dean of Students was immediately notified after police received indications that the deceased was a student of the institution. Officials have also been facilitating communication between investigators and the bereaved family, who visited the police station on Saturday, June 13, 2026, to identify the body.
Management further disclosed that counselling and other support services are being offered to the deceased’s roommate, course mates and members of the university community affected by the incident.
Meanwhile, police have taken over the criminal investigation and are expected to secure a coroner’s form on Monday, June 15, 2026, ahead of a post-mortem examination to determine the cause of death.
Preliminary investigations indicate that Ms. Avinu, who resided in a private hostel at Amamoma, was last seen on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at about 7:00 p.m.
Her roommate reportedly told investigators that she received a phone call, left their room dressed in casual clothing and did not return.
The university and police have appealed to the public to refrain from circulating unverified information, warning that speculation could compromise ongoing investigations and cause further distress to the bereaved family and the university community.
“The University Management has been duly informed, and appropriate support measures are being extended to the family, the affected roommate, colleague students, and course mates during this difficult period,” Acting Director of the Directorate of Public Affairs, Dr. Kwabena Antwi-Konadu, stated.