Immigration Officer murder case adjourned as police await forensic evidence

The Adabraka District Court has deferred hearing in the murder case of Ghana Immigration Service officer Stephen King Amoah to October 22, 2025, citing the need to complete forensic analyses and receive the official autopsy report before proceeding.

During Thursday’s proceedings, prosecutors informed the court that the pending laboratory and medical results are essential to finalising the case docket, which will then be submitted to the Attorney-General’s Department for further legal action.

Counsel for the second accused, Thomas Ziggah, urged the prosecution to expedite the process and adhere to established procedural timelines, stressing the importance of fairness and judicial efficiency. Both accused persons — Bright Aweh and Ziggah — appeared in court under police escort as their lawyers reiterated demands for transparency and due process.

Outside the courtroom, relatives of the deceased officer voiced frustration over the continuous adjournments. One family member told reporters that the prolonged delays had become emotionally exhausting, urging the court to ensure swift justice.

Earlier hearings have been tense, with family members openly expressing anger and invoking curses over perceived delays in the legal process.

Amoah, 38, went missing on July 3, 2025, after leaving home to meet a friend at Ashongman Estate. His charred remains were discovered six days later near Abuom Junction, Kwabenya, prompting a full-scale investigation that led to the arrest of the two suspects.

The case will resume on October 22, 2025, as investigators await final forensic confirmations to advance prosecution.