Serial Killer Gets Life Sentence
A serial killer identified as Shariff Abdulai has been slapped with a life sentence for murdering 23 individuals.
According to the police, he murdered 16 people in Wa, five in Bole and one each in Banda Nkwanta and Bamboi.
He was arrested on October 6, 2025, following sustained, intelligence-led operations and investigations.
The convict was arraigned before the Wa High Court on March 4, 2026, after committal from the District Magistrate Court.
“The accused was represented by counsel and pleaded guilty simpliciter to the charge,” the police reported in a statement.
Presiding Judge, His Lordship Justice Osei-Wusu Antwi, sentenced him to life imprisonment In Hard Labour.
He will serve his sentence at the Nsawam Medium Security Prison.
“The Command reaffirms its unwavering commitment to uphold the rule of law and will not relent in its efforts to ensure a safe and secure atmosphere for law-abiding citizens,” the police added.
Story by Hajara Fuseini
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