Tarkwa: 46-year-old woman found murdered; 22-year-old suspect arrested

A 46-year-old woman has been murdered at her residence in Tarkwa, with police arresting a 22-year-old suspect in connection with the incident.

Juliana Boata, a resident of Nana Ango Hill, was allegedly attacked in her room with a wooden plank before being strangled, according to the Western Central Regional Police Command.

The incident reportedly occurred on Monday, October 26, 2026.

In a statement dated Thursday, October 29, the Police said preliminary investigations had established that the suspect complained of illness and visited a hospital before returning home.

“Preliminary investigations indicate that on Monday, 26th October 2026, at 12:30pm the suspect had complained of illness and visited a hospital for treatment and later returned home,” the statement said.

The Police added that the suspect was reportedly the only person who remained in the house with the deceased.

According to the statement, the suspect had also expressed dissatisfaction with his father, claiming that he had not received the same level of care and support as his other siblings.

The statement further indicated that the suspect allegedly attacked Boata in her room.

“Following that, the suspect is said to have attacked the deceased in her room with a wooden plank, struck her on the head and strangled her, resulting in her death,” the Police said.

Boata’s body has been conveyed to the Tarkwa Government Hospital Mortuary for preservation and autopsy.

The Western Central Regional Police Command said investigations were ongoing and assured the public that anyone found culpable would be dealt with in accordance with the law.

“The Command assures the public that it will expedite the investigation and ensure that anyone found culpable will be dealt with in accordance with the law,” the statement added.

The release was signed by Assistant Superintendent of Police Beatrice Turkson, Head of the Public Affairs Unit of the Western Central Regional Police Command.