Police Uncover Ritual Murder Site, Arrest Six Suspects
The Ghana Police Service’s Homicide Unit exhumed multiple human remains from a shrine in Gblorkope, Central Tongu District, on July 7, 2025, following the suspected ritual murder of 28-year-old Nelson Anyana, missing since December 2024. The operation, led by Superintendent Mick Omari Boakye, uncovered Anyana’s body and three additional skeletal remains buried under idols, as reported by MyJoyOnline.
Six suspects—Augustina Fiawoyife, Wisdom Hedidor, Courage Bedzo, and siblings Gblor Noah, Gblor John, and Gblor Johannes—were arrested and charged with abetment and conspiracy to commit murder. The investigation began after Anyana’s mother, Comfort Hatse, reported him missing on December 17, 2024. Police traced the crime to a shrine used for rituals, where Anyana’s body was sold for GH¢7,000 and buried after ceremonies.
The search revealed human bones and body parts in nearby bushes, raising fears of serial ritual killings. The suspects, all from Mafi Adidome, appeared in a Ho District Court. Forensic analysis is underway to identify other victims and determine further charges. The discovery has sparked outrage in Central Tongu, with residents demanding justice and a probe into ritualistic networks.
Police are intensifying investigations, with public cooperation credited for the breakthrough. The case follows a pattern of ritual-related crimes, like a 2024 Ugandan case involving 24 human skulls. Authorities urge residents to report suspicious activities to prevent further incidents and ensure accountability.
The Gblorkope shrine case has heightened fears of ritual murders in Ghana, with calls for stricter oversight of spiritual practices. As forensic work continues, the community seeks closure for Anyana’s family and answers about the unidentified remains, pushing for swift justice.