Police have arrested a second suspect in connection with the murder of Immigration Officer Stephen King Amoah, whose killing has drawn widespread public concern.
The suspect, Thomas Zigah, also known as Nii Jaase, was arraigned before the Adabraka District Court on Friday, August 22, 2025. His arrest marks another major development in the ongoing investigation.
During court proceedings, defence counsel requested that Zigah be allowed to seek treatment at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital instead of the Police Hospital, arguing that his health was deteriorating while in custody at the Railway Police Station. Counsel claimed the accused’s eyes had turned red and required urgent attention at an independent facility.
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Prosecutors opposed the request, noting that the suspect had already received treatment twice at the Police Hospital and had been discharged on both occasions. They argued that the defence failed to establish why Korle Bu should be preferred.
The court upheld the prosecution’s position, ruling that a formal application would be required to request a transfer to another hospital. Defence counsel also asked for a one-week adjournment, insisting a medical report should be provided after the accused’s next hospital visit. Prosecutors, however, objected, stating that investigations had extended beyond Accra and could not be concluded within a week.
The court subsequently denied both requests and adjourned the case to September 4, 2025.
Meanwhile, the prime suspect, Bright Aweh, believed to be the last person Amoah contacted before his disappearance, remains in police custody. Aweh first appeared before the same court on August 8 and was remanded for two weeks.
Amoah, 38, was reported missing on July 3, 2025, after leaving home to meet a friend at Ashongman Estate. His charred remains were discovered on July 9 at Abuom Junction near Kwabenya, triggering a nationwide manhunt and an intensive investigation.
Story By: Afia Ohenewaa Akyerem