A man and his niece have both lost their lives following a scuffle with another man identified as Samuel Christopher Osei Anto over a reported dispute over a GH¢500,000 debt.

In a statement shared by the police, the murder of the two persons, identified as 47-year-old Irene Atubiga and George Atubiga, 57, occurred at NTHC Estate in Sakumono at their residence on Friday, October 30.

Preliminary investigations indicate the incident stemmed from a financial dispute involving George Atubiga, who allegedly borrowed GH¢500,000 from the suspect but failed to repay it.

The suspect reportedly visited the residence of the deceased man to demand payment of his money. A misunderstanding between them led to the fatal shooting by Mr Osei Anto.

According to the Police, the suspect was accompanied by a woman identified as Beatrice Mumuni.

Both victims were quickly transported to the nearest hospital, where a medical officer pronounced them dead. Their bodies have since been deposited at the Police Hospital Mortuary for preservation and autopsy.

The Baatsona Divisional Police Command is investigating the incident, while the Accra Regional Police Command says it is working to apprehend the suspect.

The Police have appealed to anyone with relevant information to assist with investigations.