A suspected jealous ex-boyfriend has allegedly set a house ablaze at Jema following a dispute involving his former girlfriend and her new partner.
The incident reportedly occurred in the early hours of Sunday, destroying property but leaving the occupants unharmed.
According to the victims, the suspect — who is currently on the run — had earlier threatened the woman’s new boyfriend, identified only as Kojo, warning him to stay away from her.
The woman said she travelled to Jema after learning about the threats in an effort to resolve the matter peacefully. However, while she and Kojo were asleep in the house, the suspect allegedly poured petrol around the building and set it on fire before fleeing the scene.
The victims stated that they detected the smell of petrol moments before the fire spread, allowing them to escape in time. Several properties in the house were destroyed in the blaze.
Speaking to Adom News, the two victims accused the suspect of carrying out the attack out of jealousy.
Police are yet to officially comment on the incident, while investigations are expected to commence.
