Sakumono double murder: 72-year-old suspect arrested with pistol, seven rounds of ammunition

The 72-year-old man arrested in connection with the killing of Irene Atubiga and her uncle, George Atubiga, at Sakumono in the Greater Accra Region, has been identified as Samuel Christopher Osei Anto.

The suspect was arrested at his hideout at Tikrom, near Ejisu in the Ashanti Region, on Sunday, November 1, following an intelligence-led operation by the Police.

In a statement issued on Monday, November 2, the Ashanti Regional Police Command disclosed that officers retrieved a Smith & Wesson pistol and seven rounds of live ammunition from him during the arrest.

The recovered firearm and ammunition have been retained as exhibits, while the suspect remains in police custody assisting investigations.

According to the Police, the suspect had allegedly borrowed GH¢500,000 from George but failed to repay the amount.

An earlier police account indicated that the suspect visited the victims’ residence at NTHC Estate, Sakumono, on Friday, October 30, accompanied by a 47-year-old woman, Beatrice Mumuni, to demand repayment.

A misunderstanding allegedly ensued during the encounter, resulting in the fatal shooting of George, 57, and his niece Irene, 47.

Beatrice Mumuni was arrested earlier in connection with the incident, while Samuel Christopher Osei Anto went into hiding before his arrest in the Ashanti Region.