22-Year-Old Houseboy Arrested for Murdering Employer and Fleeing with Car (Watch)
A 22-year-old houseboy named John Alister, who had been working for a month, was arrested in Ghana for allegedly murdering his employer, Afia Ahenkan, and fleeing with her car and belongings. The incident occurred on September 8, and he was apprehended on September 14.
After committing the crime, Alister used the victim’s phone to impersonate her and communicate with friends and acquaintances. During questioning, he admitted to the murder and confessed to selling her car and phone. Afia Ahenkan was married to the son of Black Stars legend Osei Kofi.
Prior to this incident, John had a history of criminal activities, including stealing over GHC 7,000 and four mobile phones from a previous employer in July. He had remained hidden until his recent involvement in his new employer’s death came to light.