The investigation into the horrifying murder of Ghana Immigration Service officer Assistant Inspector Stephen King Amoah continues to gather pace, as the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) intensifies efforts to uncover the full truth behind the killing that has left many Ghanaians stunned.
The prime suspect, identified as Bright Aweh, also known by aliases Robert and Highest Bright, is expected to reappear before the Adabraka District Court on August 8, 2025, as detectives follow new leads and pursue possible accomplices in the case.
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A Missing Officer and a Suspicious Meeting
At a press briefing in Accra, CID Director-General COP Lydia Yaako Donkor outlined the disturbing sequence of events that began with a missing person report filed on July 4. The victim, known fondly as Otumfuo Nana, was last seen the night before, after leaving his home at Ashongman Estate to meet Aweh.
This meeting, according to investigators, followed the exchange of WhatsApp messages containing photos of cash bundles, money supposedly meant to settle an outstanding debt. Aweh later claimed that he gave Mr. Amoah GH¢500,000, instructing him to use part for debt repayment and keep the remainder. But police quickly flagged inconsistencies in Aweh’s story, leading to his arrest and initial charge of kidnapping. He was arraigned before the Kwabenya Circuit Court on July 8.
A Grisly Discovery
Just a day later, the case took a chilling twist. A charred body was discovered in a gutter near the GBC Satellite, opposite Comet Estate in Accra. Despite the severe burns, family members identified the body as that of Mr. Amoah. Forensic testing would later confirm this, matching the remains with DNA samples taken from the officer’s mother and son.
The police recovered a number of damning pieces of evidence during their investigation. These included a bloodied fufu pestle wrapped in polythene, camouflage fabric stained with blood, and additional blood samples collected from a room in Aweh’s home, following a court-approved search on July 24.
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Murder Charges and Public Outcry
Following further forensic analysis, Aweh was rearrested and formally charged with murder. He is currently on remand, as authorities follow up on additional leads and pursue the possibility of accomplices who may have played a role in the murder.
Tensions ran high during earlier court proceedings, with family and friends of the late officer appearing in red and black, some wearing T-shirts bearing the message “Justice for Stephen King Amoah.” One of the deceased’s close friends, Mr. Gamel Abubakar, praised the police for their commitment to the case, stating:
“We are hopeful that justice will be served.”
CID’s Commitment to Justice
The Ghana Police Service has reassured the public that no stone will be left unturned in the quest for justice. The CID remains committed to ensuring that all individuals connected to the crime are brought to book, reinforcing their resolve to uphold law and order.
As the nation watches closely, the memory of Stephen King Amoah lives on not only as a dedicated public servant but also as a symbol of the justice system’s determination to protect its own and deliver accountability where it is due.
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