Death Of Burnt AAMUSTED Student Under Investigation
The Management of Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED) has said investigation into the death of a third-year student is currently underway.
The student identified as Prosper Owusu died at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) on Friday, September 1, exactly a week after he was caught up in a fire accident in the school during a fire ritual by of students of his hall- the Opoku Ware II Hall.
Reports indicate he is the “chief priest” of the hall and leads traditional rites like what cost his life.
Amateur video circulating on social media and liked to the incident showed one individual alight and running helter-skelter for help.
Reports say Owusu sustained life-threatening injuries and was admitted to the KATH where he subsequently died.
“The issues surrounding the incident at the Hall are being investigated. Management will give further updates,” a statement from the school said.
Meanwhile, the University has cautioned students to desist from any form of activity that may endanger their lives.
It also commiserated with family and close friends of the deceased.
“The University extends heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, students, and friends of the late Prosper Owusu.”
Read the Full Statement Below:
Mr Prosper Owusu, a third-year Mathematics Student of the Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), was among some students of the Opoku Ware II Hall, who were allegedly performing some activities in the Hall, on Friday, August 25, 2023.
Prosper got injured and was sent to Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) immediately for medical attention. He was reported dead on September 1, 2023.
The issues surrounding the incident at the Hall are being investigated. Management will give further updates.
Meanwhile, students have been cautioned to avoid activities that predispose them to risks and other dire consequences.
The University extends heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, students, and friends of the late Prosper Owusu.
May his soul rest in peace.
