Attempt To Bury 5-Month Baby Girl Alive Lands Apostle In Cells

Shock and outrage have gripped the community of Abofrem in the Western North Region after a pastor and two accomplices were remanded into police custody for the alleged attempted murder of a five-month-old infant.

The Bibiani Circuit Court on Tuesday ordered that Apostle Richmond Akwasi Frimpong, 36, head pastor of Anointed Grace Prayer Ministry at Kuffour Camp, Abofrem, be held for two weeks alongside Beatrice Agyapomaa, 23, a hairdresser, and Emmanuel Appiah, 53, a farmer. The three face multiple charges, including attempted murder, conspiracy to commit a crime, and abetment.

A fourth suspect, Emmanuel Donkor, remains at large, according to police sources.

The Incident

According to prosecutors, the incident occurred on the night of April 9, 2026, at about 10:00 p.m., when Pastor Frimpong allegedly attempted to kill the infant, named Anaya Achiaa, who was just five months and two weeks old. The act, police say, is contrary to Section 47 of the Criminal and Other Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29).

Eyewitness accounts paint a chilling picture. Around 11:00 p.m., residents spotted the suspects behaving suspiciously near a refuse dump in Abofrem. Upon closer inspection, they discovered the baby girl on the verge of being buried alive. A quick-thinking eyewitness intervened, rescuing the child moments before she could be covered.

The infant was immediately rushed to the Abofrem Clinic, where she is currently receiving medical attention. Her condition has not been publicly disclosed, but sources confirm she is alive and under professional care.

Charges and Court Proceedings

Pastor Frimpong and Beatrice Agyapomaa have each been charged with conspiracy to commit a crime, contrary to Section 23(1) of Act 29, for allegedly agreeing to act together with a common purpose to commit murder. Frimpong faces the additional, more serious charge of attempted murder.

Emmanuel Appiah, the farmer, has been charged with abetment of crime, contrary to Section 20(1) of Act 29, for his alleged role in facilitating the act. Prosecutors argue that without his assistance, the alleged plot may not have proceeded as far as it did.

The Bibiani Circuit Court remanded all three accused into police custody for two weeks, allowing investigators more time to gather evidence and continue their inquiries. The accused are expected to reappear before the court at the end of that period.

Community Shock and Betrayal

The case has sent tremors through the quiet community of Abofrem, where Pastor Frimpong was known as a man of God. Many residents expressed disbelief that a religious leader could be implicated in such a heinous act.

Nana Yaw Badu, the Chief Linguist of Abofrem, revealed a disturbing detail that has deepened the sense of betrayal. According to Nana Badu, the pastor had approached him earlier, claiming the child was already dead. The pastor reportedly requested assistance with burial arrangements, misleading the respected traditional leader into initiating preparations for a funeral.

“He told me the baby had passed away,” Nana Badu recounted. “I had no reason to doubt him. He is a pastor. We began making arrangements, never knowing the child was still alive and fighting for her breath.”

The revelation has sparked fury among community members, many of whom are now questioning how many other incidents may have gone unreported.

Manhunt for Fourth Suspect

Police have launched a search for Emmanuel Donkor, the fourth suspect identified in connection with the case. Authorities are urging anyone with information on his whereabouts to come forward.

Investigations are ongoing, and police have assured the public that no effort will be spared in bringing all perpetrators to justice.

Calls for Justice

As the baby girl continues to recover at the Abofrem Clinic, residents have called for the full weight of the law to be applied. Some have gathered near the police station and the court premises, demanding that the accused be denied bail when the case resumes.

“This is not just a crime against a child,” one resident, who asked not to be named, told reporters. “It is a crime against humanity. If a pastor can do this, who can we trust?”

The case has also reignited conversations about child protection and the need for community vigilance. Child rights advocates have urged the police to expedite investigations and ensure that all suspects, including the one on the run, are apprehended swiftly.

The three remanded suspects are currently in police custody awaiting their next court appearance in two weeks. Meanwhile, little Anaya Achiaa remains under medical observation, her tiny life a testament to the courage of the eyewitness who refused to look away.