A 53-year-old US-based Ghanaian security guard has been fatally stabbed while on his way to work in the Bronx, New York. The incident, which occurred in the Mott Haven area, has shocked both local residents and the Ghanaian community abroad. Surveillance footage later released by authorities captured the moments leading up to the attack.
According to police reports, the victim was walking along a busy street when he crossed paths with an individual who allegedly carried out an unprovoked assault. The footage shows the suspect approaching the victim before the situation escalated. The victim attempted to escape but fell during the encounter, allowing the attacker to continue the assault before fleeing the scene.
Emergency services responded quickly after bystanders alerted authorities. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead from his injuries. Law enforcement officers launched an immediate investigation, using CCTV footage and witness accounts to identify and locate the suspect.
Police later arrested a 38-year-old man in connection with the incident. He has since been charged with murder and related offenses and has appeared before a court. Investigators have not disclosed a motive, stating that inquiries are ongoing as they work to establish the circumstances surrounding the attack.
Friends and members of the community described the victim as hardworking, peaceful, and devoted to his family. Many expressed disbelief that such a violent incident could occur during a routine walk to work. Community leaders have called for justice and urged authorities to ensure a thorough and transparent investigation.
The case has renewed conversations around public safety and violent crime, particularly involving vulnerable workers. As the legal process continues, the victim’s family and loved ones continue to mourn a life cut short.
George Ennin, a 53-year-old Ghanaian security guard and father of two teenage daughters living in the Bronx, New York, was fàtàlly stàbbed in a random, unprovoked attàck on January 5, 2026, around 2 p.m.
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