Tragedy in Takoradi: 43-Year-Old Barber Found Dead in His Shop
Residents of Takoradi were left in shock after a well-known 43-year-old barber was discovered lifeless in his shop. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear as police begin investigations.
Takoradi, Ghana – June 10, 2025 –
A wave of sorrow has hit the Effiakuma community in Takoradi after the sudden death of a popular 43-year-old barber, who was found lifeless in his shop under unclear circumstances on Monday morning.
The deceased, identified only as Kwame by neighbors and customers, was reportedly seen working the previous evening without signs of distress. His body was discovered by a regular client who came for a haircut and noticed the shop unusually quiet and locked from inside.
Upon breaking into the premises with help from nearby residents, the lifeless body of the barber was found slumped in a chair. Witnesses say there were no visible signs of violence, but the exact cause of death is yet to be determined.
Police from the Takoradi District Command were called to the scene and have since taken the body to the Effia-Nkwanta Regional Hospital morgue for autopsy.
“We have begun a full investigation into the incident. We are not ruling out any possibilities until we receive the postmortem results,” a police spokesperson told Top Knowledge Media.
The shocking discovery has left many in the neighborhood mourning the loss of a man described as “friendly,” “hardworking,” and “respected by all.”
As authorities work to unravel the mystery, residents are calling for enhanced community safety measures and support for the family of the deceased, who reportedly leaves behind a wife and two children.
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