Blood test triggers murder charge in immigration officer’s death
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service, led by Director-General COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, has confirmed that Bright Aweh—also known as Robert or Highest Bright—is now facing a formal murder charge in the death of Immigration Officer Stephen King Amoah, following the results of a blood test on items recovered from his residence. The case against Aweh hinges on forensic evidence uncovered during police operations on July 24. Investigators found bloodstains in a living room, newly painted walls, and an empty spray-paint can, all suggesting an attempted cleanup; alongside that, a blood-soaked fufu pestle wrapped in polythene and bloodied camouflage fabric were recovered near Aweh’s home. Aweh’s vehicle was also impounded after officers detected traces of blood, which sent investigative teams for DNA matching. Amoah, aged 38, disappeared on the evening of July 3, 2025, after leaving […]