Kasoa ritual murder: Two teenagers face judgment as Jury returns verdict today

Tetteh Belinda
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Today, the fate of the 15-year-old juvenile and 18-year-old young offender, who are standing trial for the murder of 10-year-old Ishmael Mensah Abdella at Kasoa, will be determined. The two have been charged together for conspiracy to commit murder and murder of their friend.



The jury is expected to retire to return their verdict after the High Court in Accra, presided over by Justice Lydia Osei Marfo, has summed up the trial for them.


Before the court sums up the trial, both the defense and prosecution will address the jury with their final arguments. The trial by way of evidence concluded on February 14, and the Court granted leave to the Defense lawyers to file their written submissions after March 14.


Dorcas Fellie, a Senior State Attorney, has informed the Court that the Prosecution has complied with the directives and orders to file their written submissions.


Background


On Valentine’s Day, February 14, the second accused (18-year-old) young offender ended his case after his lawyers indicated not calling any witnesses. This was followed by State Prosecutors signaling the end of their cross-examination.


Following the closure of evidence, Justice Lydia Osei Marfo ordered the parties to file the final closing addresses by March 14. The Court will make further directives after the parties have complied with the orders regarding their oral addresses to the jury and the court’s subsequent summing up of the trial.


The Prosecution called seven witnesses, including the father, mother, and sister of the 15-year-old juvenile. The two teenagers have been charged with conspiracy and murder of the 10-year-old Ishmael Mensah Abdella before the High Court in Accra.


While the 15-year-old juvenile (1st Accused) has admitted the offense and stated that they “committed the crime together,” the young offender (2nd Accused) has denied the charges.


The outcome of this trial will have significant implications, and it is a case that has garnered widespread attention. As we await the verdict, it is essential to uphold the principles of justice and ensure a fair and impartial legal process. We will continue to monitor this case closely and provide updates as soon as they become available.




-source Starrfm | curated by  Tetteh Belinda | GhanaCrimes

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