A mechanic has given a detailed account of how a Honda Civic, linked to the murder of a phone dealer from Circle, was brought to his workshop on September 20, 2026. The mechanic, who spoke to Gossips24 Avenue, described how a woman named Sarah and another man brought the car to his workshop around 4 pm, requesting repairs. This was the same day a church member of the primary suspect, Phil, had reportedly seen Phil and a girl arrive at church with the same vehicle.

The mechanic grew suspicious after Phil called, asking him to respray the car a different colour, claiming it might be stolen. The mechanic said multiple signals from Phil's behaviour made him deeply uncomfortable, and he decided he no longer wanted any part in working on the car. When the mechanic tried to reach Phil to collect the vehicle, his calls went unanswered for roughly twenty attempts. On the twenty-first try, a woman picked up, but the background noise was too loud to make out what she was saying.

The mechanic contacted a CID officer and sent the car to Manet Police Station before police intelligence had even moved to arrest Phil. Phil eventually returned the mechanic's call, and by that point, the mechanic told him he had already spoken with a CID officer at Manet and had been instructed to bring the car to the police station. The mechanic's account makes clear that it was his independent decision to alert police that set events in motion, hours before law enforcement had gathered enough intelligence to detain Phil as a suspect.

After Phil's arrest, investigators made a critical discovery: the car the mechanic had delivered to Manet Police Station was the missing vehicle belonging to the late Terry. Ghanaians who came across the interview praised the mechanic for his courage and civic responsibility. Many took to social media to express their appreciation for the mechanic's role in bringing the suspects to justice.

The late phone dealer, Terry, was expecting a baby with his partner, who was reportedly months pregnant before the incident grabbed national headlines. The murder case has garnered significant attention, with many calling for justice for Terry and his family. The police have been working to gather evidence and apprehend all suspects involved in the case.

The mechanic's testimony has been hailed as a breakthrough in the case, providing crucial evidence that has helped investigators piece together the events surrounding Terry's death. The case is ongoing, with police working to determine the full extent of Phil's involvement and identify any other suspects.

Key to the case was the mechanic's decision to contact the police, which led to Phil's arrest and the recovery of the stolen vehicle. The mechanic's actions have been widely praised, and his testimony is seen as a significant development in the investigation.

Key points

  • The mechanic's testimony led to the arrest of a key suspect, Phil, in the Teshie murder case.
  • The late phone dealer, Terry, was expecting a baby with his partner.
  • The mechanic's actions were widely praised by Ghanaians on social media.

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