A Police constable has been found dead in her room at Sefwi Asawinso in the Western region.

The Asawinso Police Commander, DSP Richard Boahen, told the media that the deceased did not report to duty and so a search was conducted.

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"Her lifeless body was however found in her room after it was forced open by the police. We are yet to find out the cause of death", he added.

The body has since been deposited at the Sefwi Asawinso government hospital for autopsy pending further investigation.