A 14-year-old Junior High School (JHS) pupil, Keziah Mirekua, has died after reportedly setting herself ablaze at a school park in Mpraeso Amanfrom in the Kwahu West Municipality of the Eastern Region.
The circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear, with conflicting accounts from family members over allegations that pregnancy-related issues may have contributed to the tragedy.
Keziah, a final-year pupil of Mpraeso Amanfrom Basic School, reportedly sustained severe burns in the incident.
Speaking to Adom News, her grandmother, Christiana Nkansah, said the family had been informed that the incident might have been linked to pregnancy allegations involving a young man who allegedly denied responsibility.
She also indicated that Keziah reportedly made some disclosures while receiving treatment at the hospital.
However, the deceased’s mother and sister have disputed claims that she was pregnant.
In separate interviews with Adom News, they acknowledged that Keziah was reportedly involved in a relationship with a young man but insisted that she was not pregnant.
The two family members suspect that other factors may have contributed to the incident and are calling for a thorough investigation to establish what happened.
The conflicting accounts have left unanswered questions about the events leading to the death of the young student.
The circumstances surrounding Keziah Mirekua’s death remain unclear, as her family seeks answers following the tragic loss.
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