Residents Clash With Police After 85-Year-Old Landlady Allegedly Murdered By Teant.

Tension erupted in Suminakese a community Kwahu East District after an 85-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her tenant, leading to violent confrontations between residents and police officers.

The suspect, believed to be about 32 years old, has been arrested and is currently assisting police with investigations into the incident.

According to residents, the elderly woman, who was the landlady of the suspect, was found dead under circumstances that have shocked the entire community.

The motive behind the alleged killing remains unclear, but the incident sparked anger among residents who demanded immediate justice.

As police officers moved to secure the scene and arrest the suspect, some agitated residents reportedly attacked the officers and vandalized a police pickup vehicle.

Police managed to restore calm and take the suspect into custody for further investigations.

The body of the deceased has been deposited at the morgue pending autopsy and further examination.

Authorities have appealed to residents to remain calm and allow the law to take its course while investigations continue.

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