The Central Regional Police Command has arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of a senior lecturer with the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), Professor Amedeke.
Prof. Amedeke’s body was discovered buried near his residence at Essuokyir in the Central Region.
In a statement, the Police confirmed the arrest of a suspect, identified as Joshua Karry Arthur.
He was arrested after police officers visited the lecturer’s home in connection with a missing person report filed by colleagues on 21st May 2025, after attempts to reach the lecturer proved unsuccessful.
“Police proceeded to the residence of the deceased, where the suspect was found and arrested,” the statement added.
During a search, blood stains were discovered, leading to a heap of sand about 23 metres from the house.
“The sand was cleared, revealing a buried body believed to be that of the missing academic. The remains have since been deposited at the morgue for preservation and autopsy,” the statement noted.
Several items identified as the deceased belongings were retrieved from the suspect, including two Samsung phones, a laptop, a 50-inch television, and a key to a Toyota Fortuner.
Arthur is currently in police custody assisting with investigations and will be arraigned before court.
