Residents of Jirapa in the Upper West Region are in a mourning and angry state after the killing of respected entrepreneur and CEO of the Royal Cosy Hills Hotel, Eric Johnson.
His family and the community are grappling with the tragic loss, viewing his death as not only a profound blow to his family but also a significant loss to the district and the entire region.
The family members are overwhelmed with grief and unable to contain their tears, shocked by the circumstances surrounding Mr. Johnson’s death. Many in the community are reflecting on his positive contributions to the growth of Jirapa and the Upper West Region.
Speculation about the circumstances surrounding Mr. Johnson’s death is rife, with some suggesting that the perpetrator may have been someone close to him.
The tragic incident occurred on Sunday morning when Mr. Johnson was discovered brutally killed in his private residence, adjacent to the hotel property. The assailant gained entry by using a ladder to climb over the wall and then a master card to access his room.
Following the killing, the assailant stole his car key and drove the vehicle out of the compound, later abandoning it in town. Subsequently, the police launched extensive investigations, leading to the arrest of seven suspects, including the hotel manager, the security guard, the personal cook, the maintenance worker, a waitress, and three other members of the security team.
The Inspector General of Police has deployed a team of investigators to collaborate with the Upper West Regional Crime Scene Management Team to swiftly apprehend the perpetrators and ensure justice is served.
