Kwame Amankona, a middle-aged man, shot and killed himself after allegedly killing his ex-wife at Kutre No. 2 in Berekum, Bono Region.
According to the leader of the family Kwaku Kyeremeh, Mr Amankona made an effort to reconnect with Mary Kyeraa, with whom he has two children.
However, Madam Kyeraa declined his offer, which caused her early demise.
Esther Sumia, a witness and Mary's close friend, revealed that Kwame ambushed his ex-wife and shot her.
Following their divorce, Mary relocated to Kutre No. 2 with her children, where she resided.
On Friday morning, when Mary was leaving the Berekum Holy Family, where her daughter was receiving treatment, she was assassinated.
Following the horrible act, Kwame fled but was later discovered dead hanging in a bush.
Some locals, who are in a state of shock and amazement, said that they never thought Kwame could do such a crime given his calm demeanour.
Kwame's actions are frowned upon in a normal traditional society, and it is thought that if they are ignored, misfortune may befall the neighbourhood.
Therefore, Osaberima Kwaku Baah Brenty II, the chief of Kotaa, where Kwame lived, has disclosed that traditional leaders will appease the gods as quickly as possible to prevent any disaster.
He advised them to offer sacrifices to the local gods, including sheep, fowl and libations, in order to prevent more serious events.
As their investigation continues, local police have transported the deceased's remains to the Berekum Holy Family mortuary.