Ghana Government Responds to Death of 15-Year-Old Javits Frimpong in New York Bronx

Ghana's Ministry of Foreign Affairs shared an official statement on October 30, 2026, addressing the tragic death of Javits Frimpong in the BronxForeign Affairs Minister revealed he personally spoke with Javits Frimpong's father, Thomas Frimpong, to convey the government's condolencesGhana's Permanent Mission in New York visited the Frimpong family and is coordinating with local US authorities to pursue justiceGhana’s top stories, now easier to find. Discover our new search feature!

Ghana's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a formal statement addressing the tragic death of 15-year-old Javits Frimpong, who lost his life in the Bronx, New York.

Ghana government responds to death of 15-year-old Javits Frimpong in New York Bronx Image credit: UGC Source: UGCThe ministry shared the update on its official X account on October 30, 2026, outlining the steps the government has taken in response to the incident.

In the statement, the minister confirmed that he had spoken directly with Javits's father, Mr Thomas Frimpong, personally conveying the condolences of both the government and the people of Ghana.

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Beyond the personal outreach, the minister confirmed that officials from Ghana's Permanent Mission in New York had already visited the Frimpong family.

Those officials are actively liaising with local American authorities in connection with the case.

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The Foreign Ministry pledged to work closely with United States authorities to ensure that justice is secured for the young Ghanaian.

The X post below contains the Ghanaian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ official statement on the tragic death of 15-year-old Javits Frimpong.

YEN.com.gh extends its deepest condolences to the Frimpong family and all those who mourn the loss of Javits.

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Ruth Sekyi (Entertainment Editor) Ruth Esi Amfua Sekyi is a Human Interest Editor at YEN.com.gh with 4+ years’ experience across radio, print, TV, and digital media. She holds a B.A. in Communications (PR) from UNIMAC-IJ. Her media career began at Radio GIJ (campus radio), followed by Prime News Ghana. At InstinctWave, she worked on business content, playing major role in events organized by the company. She also worked with ABC News GH, updating their site, served as Production Assistant. In 2025, Ruth completed the ECOWAS, GIZ, and MFWA Information Integrity training. Email: ruth.sekyi@yen.com.gh