Man in Viral Assault Video Jailed for 3 Months With Hard Labour
The Agona Nkwanta District Police Command has secured the conviction and sentencing of Emmanuel Kwofie, 30, in connection with an assault incident which went viral on social media.
In a press release dated October 14, 2026, and signed by Chief Superintendent Olivia Et Adiku, Head of Public Affairs Unit/Western Region, the Police said Kwofie was sentenced on Tuesday, 14th October 2026.
Investigations revealed that the suspect, a farmer, is married to the victim, Diana Mensah, who deals in second-hand clothing, and both live together at Domeabra in the Agona Nkwanta Municipality.
On October 8, 2026, the suspect accused Diana of having an extramarital affair and subjected her to a severe beating as seen in the video.
Emmanuel Kwofie was arrested on October 12, 2026 and subsequently put before the Agona Nkwanta District Court on October 14, 2026, presided over by His Worship Mr Kuma Selorm Dzata.
“The accused was charged with assault and pleaded guilty to the charge. He was consequently convicted on his own plea and sentenced to three (3) months’ imprisonment with hard labour,” the statement said.
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