A/R: Kumasi High court hands armed robber 120yrs and life imprisonment for murder

The Kumasi High Court has sentenced Dominic Afriyie, 36, also known as “GH,” to 120 years’ imprisonment with hard labour and life imprisonment for his involvement in a violent robbery and murder in Atasemanso in 2021.

Presided over by His Lordship Mr. Abdul Razak, ESQ, the court delivered the verdict on Thursday, May 15, after a full trial where a seven-member jury found Afriyie guilty on two counts of robbery and one count of murder.

The Ashanti Regional Police Command revealed that on November 20, 2021, Afriyie forcefully entered the home of Michael Dela Agbo Klu, a 43-year-old pharmacist and building contractor, at gunpoint. During the robbery, Afriyie stole two mobile phones, an ASUS Zenbook laptop, and GH₵1,500 in cash before fatally shooting Mr. Klu.

Following the incident, police received intelligence about a planned robbery in the area. On December 31, 2021, at about 2:20 a.m., Afriyie and three others were arrested in a Toyota Corolla bearing registration AS 5970-20. A search of the vehicle uncovered two pistols and two single-barrel shotguns.

Investigations confirmed Afriyie acted alone in the robbery and murder of Mr. Klu. Despite pleading not guilty at trial, the evidence led to his conviction.

Deputy Superintendent of Police Godwin Ahianyo, Head of Public Affairs for the Ashanti Region, commended the court’s ruling, emphasizing the police’s dedication to protecting communities.

“This conviction underscores our commitment to bringing violent criminals to justice and ensuring the safety of our citizens,” DSP Ahianyo said.