A devastating double tragedy has struck the Ghanaian group in Manchester, UK, as a Baptist Church chief succumbed to knife accidents a couple of days after his spouse was murdered in chilly blood.
The group was hopeful that Pastor Joshua Obinim, 64, would survive the assault however gave up the ghost at a hospital the place he was receiving therapy.
Their 22-year-old son stabbed the couple in a match of homicidal rage.
The brutal assault claimed the lifetime of Pastor Obinim’s spouse, Angela, 43, and in addition left their 17-year-old daughter preventing for her life.
The incident occurred at round 11.20 pm on Sunday in Barnard Street, Gorton, in the UK, Larger Manchester Police mentioned.
“The group is in shock and mourning the lack of Pastor Obinim. He was a beloved determine and a pillar of our group. His passing leaves an enormous void,” mentioned a Ghanaian chief in Manchester.
Pastor Obinim and his daughter had been rushed to the hospital in important situation after the assault, however tragically, he didn’t survive.
“We’re heartbroken to announce that Pastor Obinim handed away within the hospital on Tuesday morning. Our ideas and prayers are with the surviving daughter and the whole household,” mentioned one other group chief.
The 17-year-old daughter stays in hospital, preventing for her life.
The perpetrator of the assault has been arrested and faces a prolonged jail sentence for his heinous crimes.
“This mindless act of violence has left our group reeling,” mentioned a household good friend.
“We urge everybody to come back collectively and help the household throughout this troublesome time.”
The Ghanaian group in Manchester is planning a vigil and memorial service to honour the reminiscence of Pastor Obinim and his spouse, Angela.