A 30-year-old woman, Mavis Nkrumah, is currently in police custody after her arrest by the Greater Accra Regional Police Command for allegedly pouring a liquid substance suspected to be acid on her ex-boyfriend at Ablekuma Fan Milk, a suburb of Accra.

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The Police's preliminary investigation suggests that on the night of the attack, May 28, Mavis appeared unannounced at the victim's residence at approximately 1:00 a.m.

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The victim, Gideon Frimpong, a 29-year-old taxi driver, engaged her in a brief conversation, during which Mavis asked him to drive her home. Gideon agreed and offered to take her.

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On reaching a section of the road, Gideon requested Mavis to alight since the road ahead was bumpy and rough and his vehicle could not drive there.

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During the stop at Ofankor, a 7-day stretch, Mavis questioned him about their relationship. After the third confirmation of their breakup, she poured the substance suspected to be acid on him.

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The victim, Gideon Frimpong, was identified by a group of people and subsequently rushed to the hospital, where he was treated for injuries sustained. He has since been discharged.

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Mavis Nkrumah is said to have fled the scene after the incident and attempted to bolt into a neighbouring country.

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She was, however, apprehended on June 3, by the police and is currently in custody, assisting the police with their investigations.

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The use of harmful substances by grieving partners has become rife in the country. Many lives have been lost due to an emotional heartbreak or cheating.

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The Accra Regional Police Command has therefore cautioned the public to seek lawful and peaceful means of resolving issues.

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"Acts of violence are criminal and will be dealt with by the law," the Police reaffirmed.

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Meanwhile, the Police remain committed to ensuring public safety and urge all to report suspicious or harmful behaviour promptly to the nearest police station.

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