Farmer arrested for allegedly killing girlfriend's mother in Kadjebi District
Chalim Madzaton, also known as Peter Tano, was arrested for allegedly killing an 80-year-old woman on March 25, 2026, in the Kadjebi District of the Oti Region. The arrest occurred at a hideout in Kpaya, near Ampeyo, following an intelligence-led operation. The victim is believed to be Dakolor Semaka, the mother of his girlfriend.
Preliminary investigations indicate the incident occurred on March 24, 2026, when the suspect allegedly attacked his girlfriend, Yaa Tugbenyo, 55, and her mother at their residence in Kpeglo Kofe, near Mangoase. Ms Tugbenyo reportedly escaped during the attack but later returned to find her mother unresponsive. Police officers found the deceased lying on her back with visible signs of violence. A medical officer at St. Mary Theresa Catholic Hospital in Dodi-Papase confirmed the victim's death. Mr Seidu Shamsu, Assemblyman for the Mangoase Electoral Area, confirmed the incident to the Ghana News Agency (GNA) and urged the police administration to ensure that justice is served to its fullest extent. He added that the suspect should face imprisonment if found guilty.
The suspect remains in custody and is assisting with investigations. He is expected to be arraigned before the Court.
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A farmer in the Kadjebi District has been arrested following an incident at Kpeglo Kofe involving his girlfriend and her mother - and police are investigating. The community is calling for justice, but what exactly transpired remains unclear.
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