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The Benkasa community in the Berekum West District of the Bono Region was plunged into grief on June 26, 2026, following the violent death of a 70-year-old man, Atta Jacob. The victim was allegedly murdered by his own son, 40-year-old Johnson Kwaku Amankona, while the two were working together on their family farm. Local authorities were alerted to the tragedy shortly after the incident occurred, leading to the immediate arrest of the suspect, who is currently being held in police custody as investigations proceed.
Eyewitness reports from the farming community indicate that the attack happened suddenly. Neighbors working on nearby plots recounted hearing desperate screams for help coming from the farm where the father and son were situated. Upon arriving at the scene to offer assistance, they discovered Atta Jacob’s lifeless body bearing multiple deep cutlass wounds. The severity of the injuries shocked the local farmers, who quickly notified the police. Preliminary information suggests that Amankona has a history of mental health challenges, a factor that investigators are currently exploring to understand the context of this horrific event.
Following the incident, the body of the deceased was conveyed to the Berekum Holy Family Hospital, where an autopsy is expected to be conducted to provide further forensic details for the case. The arrest of the suspect has raised concerns within the Berekum West District regarding the management and safety of individuals living with severe mental health conditions in domestic settings. As the police continue their inquiry, the Benkasa community remains in a state of shock, mourning the loss of a senior citizen in such a distressing manner.