E/R: 27-year-old woman in grips of Police for allegedly beheading husband

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E/R: 27-year-old woman in grips of Police for allegedly beheading husband

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A report released by the Police indicates that the suspect was discovered to be in possession of the murder weapon, a cutlass. The Police visited the crime scene at 7:30am on Sunday after receiving notice of the crime.

Police in the Eastern Region have arrested a 27-year-old woman, Rachael Tetteh who is believed to have beheaded her husband at Bosuso in the Eastern Region.

A report released by the Police indicates that the suspect was discovered to be in possession of the murder weapon, a cutlass. The Police visited the crime scene at 7:30am on Sunday after receiving notice of the crime.

The deceased, 35-year-old Daniel Lartey was found on the footpath to a farm in a pool of blood. His head was badly severed.

“The suspect has since been arrested and the cutlass with which she allegedly butchered the deceased is being kept for evidence.”

The body has since been deposited at the New Tafo Akim Government Hospital for preservation and autopsy.

Meanwhile, Police have announced that the case is currently under investigation.

“Any further developments will be communicated,” the statement added.

 

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