A Ghanaian college campus is reeling after the tragic death of one of its students, Hanna Akosua Frimpomaa. The 21-year-old teacher trainee vanished from Atebubu College of Education on June 13th and was later found murdered near Techiman, a nearby town. The incident has sparked safety concerns for students and a call for increased vigilance.
Search for Missing Phone Leads to Deadly Encounter
Frimpomaa reportedly left campus to retrieve a lost phone. According to family members, she used a friend’s phone to contact the unknown person who supposedly had the missing device. This individual convinced Frimpomaa to travel to Techiman to collect it in person, despite her initial reservations.
Frimpomaa never returned from her trip. After eight agonizing days with no sign of their daughter, Frimpomaa’s family received the devastating news. Police arrived at their Offuman residence with her student ID card, a grim confirmation of their worst fears. The family was then directed to the Tuobodom Police Station and ultimately to the scene of the crime – an unfinished building near Techiman where Frimpomaa’s body was found.
An autopsy confirmed that Frimpomaa had been stabbed multiple times in the throat. While the motive for the attack remains unclear, the brutality of the crime has shaken the local community. Despite the presence of her student ID and other personal belongings near the body, the identity and whereabouts of the person who contacted Frimpomaa are unknown.
College Community Mourns and Calls for Action
The Atebubu College of Education is in mourning. School officials are offering support to Frimpomaa’s friends and classmates who are struggling to cope with this sudden loss. In the wake of this tragedy, the college administration is urging students to exercise caution when interacting with strangers online or over the phone. They are also encouraging students to inform friends or family about their whereabouts, especially when traveling outside the college grounds.
Ghanaian authorities are investigating the case. Their primary focus is on identifying the person who contacted Frimpomaa and arranged the meeting in Techiman. Police are appealing to the public for any information that could help them apprehend the suspect.
Frimpomaa’s case has highlighted the importance of student safety, particularly for those venturing off-campus alone. Following this incident, there are renewed calls for increased security measures around educational institutions in Ghana. Experts are urging students to be wary of unsolicited messages or calls and to prioritize personal safety when traveling outside familiar areas.
The tragic death of Hanna Akosua Frimpomaa has left a deep scar on the Atebubu College of Education and the wider Ghanaian community. While the investigation continues, Frimpomaa’s family and friends are demanding justice. They hope that the perpetrator will be brought to account for this senseless crime.
Source: Graphic Online
