The Ghana Police Service has arrested Samuel Osei Anto Christopher, the principal suspect in the killing of two persons at NTHC Estate in Sakumono, following a search for him after he went into hiding.
The Police announced his arrest in a post on X on Sunday, November 1, 2026, saying he was picked up from his hideout.
“The key suspect in the Sakumono murder case, Samuel Osei Anto Christopher, who was on the run, has been arrested from his hideout. Full details will be communicated,” the Police said.
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His arrest follows the earlier arrest of a 47-year-old woman, Beatrice Mumuni, who is suspected of leading Christopher to the residence of the victims before the killings.
The two victims, identified as 57-year-old George Atubiga and his 47-year-old niece, Irene Atubiga, were killed at their residence on Friday, October 30, 2026.
According to preliminary police investigations, the killings may have been triggered by a financial dispute involving George Atubiga, who had allegedly borrowed GH¢500,000 from Christopher but failed to repay the amount.
Police investigations indicate that Christopher visited the victims’ residence on the morning of the incident, accompanied by Mumuni, to demand repayment of the money.
A misunderstanding reportedly ensued during the confrontation, resulting in Christopher allegedly shooting and killing George Atubiga and his niece.
The two victims were rushed to the hospital but were pronounced dead by a medical officer. Their bodies were subsequently deposited at the Police Hospital Mortuary for preservation and autopsy.
The arrest of the principal suspect brings the two key suspects in the case into police custody as investigations continue.
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