Akyem Anamase: Chief Inspector Collapses and Dies During Wedding Ceremony
Tragedy strikes as Chief Inspector Godwin Beniba passes away shortly after arriving at the venue, leaving guests in shock and sorrow
- Chief Inspector Godwin Beniba, Station Officer at Anamase Police Station
- He complained of dizziness upon arrival at the Anamase Hotel and died shortly after being rushed to the clinic
- The community and guests, including police officers from across the country, are left devastated by the sudden loss
A joyous occasion turned to sorrow last Friday in Akyem Anamase, Eastern Region, when Chief Inspector Godwin Beniba, a Station Officer at the local police station, collapsed and died during his wedding ceremony.
The groom, who was waiting for his bride, Florence Debrah, at the Anamase Hotel, began to feel dizzy shortly after arriving at the venue. Before anyone could assist, he fell to the floor and was rushed to the Anamase Clinic, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
The heartbreaking incident shocked the hundreds of guests, including police officers who had traveled from across the country to celebrate the union.
The event, once filled with excitement, turned somber as food and drinks prepared for the celebration remained untouched.
The groom’s family, who had come from the Northern Region, arranged for the body to be taken to the Oda Government Hospital for an autopsy.
The entire community is in mourning, and the loss has overshadowed the usual Christmas festivities, leaving residents grieving this unexpected tragedy.
