The University of Cape Coast (UCC) has launched an internal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a Level 200 student, whose body was discovered at Hutchland Beach on Friday morning.
The deceased, identified as Innocentia Atsufui Avinu, was confirmed as a student of the university after police alerted the institution following the discovery of the body.
In a statement issued by the Directorate of Public Affairs, the university said it is working closely with the UCC District Police Command to establish the events leading to her death.
The administration said its response has been coordinated through the Office of the Dean of Students’ Affairs, which is assisting law enforcement with identification procedures and the collection of relevant information.
According to the university, the Dean of Students was immediately informed after police received indications that the deceased was a UCC student. Officials are also supporting communication between the police and the bereaved family, who visited the station on Saturday, June 13, 2026, to identify the body.
Management added that counselling and other support services are being provided to the deceased’s roommate, course mates and the wider student community affected by the incident.
Meanwhile, police have taken charge of the criminal investigation and are expected to secure a coroner’s form on Monday, June 15, 2026, ahead of a post-mortem examination to determine the cause of death.
Preliminary information indicates that Ms. Avinu, who lived in a private hostel at Amamoma, was last seen on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at about 7:00 p.m. Her roommate reportedly told investigators that she received a phone call, left the room dressed in casual clothing, and did not return.
The university and police have both urged the public to avoid spreading unverified information, warning that misinformation could interfere with ongoing investigations and deepen the distress of the bereaved family and the university community.
“The University Management has been duly informed, and appropriate support measures are being extended to the family, the affected roommate, colleague students, and course mates during this difficult period,” Acting Director of the Directorate of Public Affairs, Dr. Kwabena Antwi-Konadu, stated.
Investigations are ongoing.
