US-based Ghanaian performer shot dead in Colombus

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A Ghanaian musician based in the United States, Britney Boateng, was shot dead on Monday, November 21.

This reportedly ensued during a heated altercation between Britney, 22, and 41-year-old Tyona Dodson in the East Side, Colombus.

Tyona is believed to be Britney’s sister-in-law.

According to Colombus Division police, the shooting occurred early in the morning.

The police say they were called to the residence at about 1:00 am where they found Britney with a gunshot wound.

The musician was subsequently pronounced dead moments later.

Image source: Britney Boateng on Facebook

Tyona Dodson has been charged with murder and is currently in police custody.

She is scheduled to make her first court appearance.