Three Arrested in Connection with Murder of Kusasi Chief in Asawase - GHBUSINESSONLINE

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Three Arrested in Connection with Murder of Kusasi Chief in Asawase


Bekwai (Ash), March 17, – Police in the Ashanti South Command have made a breakthrough in the investigation into the killing of Kusasi Chief Abdul-Malik Azenbe, arresting three individuals suspected to be directly involved in the crime.

Chief Azenbe was fatally shot on the evening of Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Asawase F-Line in Kumasi. Eyewitnesses reported that two armed men on a motorcycle carried out the attack, with one assailant wielding an AK-47 rifle. The incident sent shockwaves through the local community.

The suspects now in custody have been identified as:

Jamil Usman, also known as Babamu or Guru

Suleman Yasir Arafat, also known as Obasanjo

Ashaidu Sumbieda, also known as Eyeshadow

Investigations conducted by the Ashanti South Police Command have linked all three to the murder.

Superintendent Stephen Antwi, Regional Crime Officer, told the media in Asante Bekwai that the suspects would be transferred to the Ashanti Regional Police Command, as the crime occurred within their jurisdiction.

“This arrest reflects intensive investigative work and close coordination among our officers. We are committed to ensuring justice for the late Kusasi Chief and his family,” Superintendent Antwi said.

The Police Command assured the public that investigations would continue thoroughly and appealed to anyone with further information to come forward. Authorities also indicated that a manhunt is ongoing for any remaining suspects connected to the attack.

GHBUSS
March 17, 2026

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