A Ghanaian pastor living in the United States has been sentenced to life in prison for the 2020 murder of his wife, Barbara Tommey.
Sylvester Ofori, who led the Floodgates of Heaven Church in Orlando, Florida, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder during a jury trial that commenced on Monday, 22 July 2024.
A leaked video showed Sylvester Ofori threatening to end his wife’s life in front of a family member.
Despite being urged to call the police, Barbara refused. This video shocked both local and international communities.
The crime, captured on surveillance camera, revealed the brutal nature of the attack and underscored the severity of domestic violence.
On the day of the incident, Ofori ambushed Barbara as she arrived at her workplace, the Navy Federal Credit Union, and shot her just before she entered the building.
The tragic event led to an outpouring of grief and a call for justice.
After a brief period of deliberation, the jury returned a guilty verdict, resulting in Ofori’s life sentence.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of domestic violence and the importance of addressing and preventing such tragedies.
Eighteen-Eleven Media