The Upper West Regional Police Command has launched an investigation into the suspected murder of Yahaya Issah, a 55-year-old security guard popularly known as Soja.
According to a statement from the Public Affairs Unit of the Ghana Police Service in Wa, the incident was reported on Sunday, September 21, 2025, after the deceased was found lying face-up with visible head injuries and bloodstains at Wa-Dori.
The body was transported to the Upper West Regional Hospital Mortuary for preservation and autopsy. Following the post-mortem examination, the body was released to the family and buried in accordance with Islamic rites.
A team of crime scene experts has since visited the location to gather forensic evidence to aid ongoing investigations.
On Monday, September 22, a delegation from the Regional Police Command visited the deceased’s family in the Dodiyiri community, offering condolences and assuring them of a thorough and transparent investigation.
ACP Peter Kamasa, Deputy Regional Police Commander, reaffirmed the Police Command’s commitment to justice, stating:
“The Regional Police Command wishes to reaffirm its commitment to ensuring justice and assures the general public that every effort is being made to establish the facts of the matter.”
The police are urging the public to remain calm and vigilant and to report any information that could assist with the investigation.
Anyone with relevant details is encouraged to contact the police through official channels.
