One person was fatally beaten, and another is critically injured after allegedly attempting to steal vehicle parts in Awutu Akrampa, Awutu Senya West District.

The incident occurred on Monday at approximately 5:00 PM.

According to Kasapa News’ Yaw Boagyan, the thieves were apprehended while dismantling parts from a tipper truck parked at the outskirts of the community.

An anonymous eyewitness recounted being in her shop when the two individuals approached, requesting water.

Shortly afterward, she witnessed them being attacked by a mob armed with sticks and blocks, resulting in severe beatings.

She reported that one of the suspects succumbed to the assault, while the other was drenched in oil and bleeding from his mouth.

The deceased has been taken to the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital Mortuary, while the injured party has been transported to Winneba Hospital for treatment under the supervision of the Awutu Bereku Police.