The Police Service in the Central Region, has arrested suspect Michael Mensah for the murder of Innocentia Atsufui Avinu.
The 39-year old was arrested by the IGP’s Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team on 15th June 2026 at about 1915 hours at the Pedu Lorry Station, Cape-Coast, following sustained intelligence-led operations.
A statement from the Service said a preliminary investigation has revealed that on 11th June 2026, at about 1848 hours, the suspect who claims to be a teacher by profession but also works as a driver, picked the deceased from Ayensu Plaza within the University of Cape Coast (UCC) hostel enclave and took her to Hutchland Beach, where she was last seen.
Investigations continue and any further development will be duly communicated.
The 20-year old deceased went missing last week after she informed her roommate she was going out to meet someone and did not return. After news of her not returning was published on the internet, her lifeless body was found at the beach, with many suspecting a foul play.
Even though there are many unanswered questions, hostel, university and the police are working to unravel the circumstances that led to Avinu’s sudden demise.
By Gifty Boateng