The Ghana Police Service has forwarded the docket on the alleged rape case involving the Headmaster of Obuasi Senior High Technical School to the Attorney-General’s Office for legal advice and possible prosecution.
According to a police statement issued by the Ashanti South Regional Police Command on October 16, 2026, the case was investigated by the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) following a complaint by a 20-year-old Form Two student of the school.
The complainant alleged that on July 25, 2026, the headmaster invited her to his official bungalow on the school’s campus, where the alleged incident occurred.
The statement indicated that the student told investigators she had gone to a location near the headmaster’s official residence where students usually dried their clothes. She alleged that the headmaster lured her into the residence under the pretext of sending her on an errand.
According to the police account, the student alleged that once inside the residence, the headmaster assaulted her and forcibly had sexual intercourse with her despite her resistance.
The Ashanti South Regional Police Command stated that investigators immediately commenced investigations into the matter, including medical examinations, reconstruction of the crime scene, photography and the taking of witness statements.
Police said all necessary investigative procedures had been completed and the case docket had been submitted to the Attorney-General’s Office for advice and further action.
The statement added that the Police Service remains committed to conducting a thorough and professional investigation and urged the public to allow due process to take its course.
The Police also appealed to residents to remain calm and support efforts aimed at ensuring peace and security within the jurisdiction while the legal process continues.