In a shocking incident that unfolded on the eve of the New Year, tragedy struck in Abirem near Kenyasi in Kumasi as a 22-year-old mother of one, Madam Lydia Boatema, was fatally shot by an alleged fetish priest. The suspect, identified as Nana Kwarteng, also known as Sampson, claimed to be performing rituals for the gods at the time of the incident.
The horrifying event occurred around 1:30 a.m. on January 1, 2024, as Madam Lydia Boatema was returning from a New Year’s Eve Watchnight Service. She was traveling in a commercial tricycle, commonly known as ‘Pragya,’ when she was struck in the right side of her head by bullets fired from a single-barrelled gun allegedly wielded by Nana Kwarteng.
Tragically, Madam Lydia Boatema succumbed to her injuries, leaving behind a one-and-a-half-year-old daughter who miraculously survived the ordeal. The surviving toddler was promptly rushed to a nearby hospital for urgent medical attention. Currently, the child has undergone surgery to remove pellets lodged in her body, according to reliable sources.
Nana Kwarteng, the alleged perpetrator, admitted to the offense in his cautionary statement to the Kenyasi District Police Command following his arrest. He claimed to have been performing rituals for the gods when he fired multiple shots from the single-barrelled gun.
The Kenyasi District Police Command has assured the public that Nana Kwarteng will soon be arraigned to face charges related to the tragic shooting. The community mourns the loss of Madam Lydia Boatema, and the incident serves as a somber reminder of the unforeseen dangers that can accompany what should be a joyous occasion. Investigations into the motive behind the shooting are ongoing, and further details will be disclosed as the case unfolds.
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