In a recent development, the Accra Circuit Court has made a significant decision regarding the case of two alleged land guards, Kwaku Badu, 51, and Issah Oko Okai, 38. The accused individuals are facing charges related to threatening behavior and unlawful damage to property owned by Comet Property Limited.
The charges against Badu and Okai include conspiracy to commit a crime, engaging in land guard activity, and threat of death. Additionally, Badu faces a separate charge of causing unlawful damage. Despite these serious allegations, the accused have pleaded not guilty to all charges.
During a court session, Frank Yao Amegashie, counsel for the accused, requested bail for his clients, emphasizing that they would not obstruct the ongoing police investigations. However, the prosecution, led by Superintendent of Police Augustus Yirenkyi, opposed their release, expressing concerns about the potential for further offenses if the accused were granted bail.
After carefully considering arguments from both the defense and prosecution, the presiding judge, Samuel Bright Acquah, made the decision to remand Badu and Okai to Nsawam Prison. Their next court appearance is scheduled for July 22, 2024. It is important to note that their accomplices, Abdul Razak Hussein, Mogabe, and Redo, are currently at large.
According to the prosecution's account of the events, the incident took place on May 5, 2024, when the accused and their accomplices, claiming association with the Numoo Mashie family, allegedly attacked workers on Comet Property Limited’s land in Abokobi. This resulted in significant damage to an excavator's windscreen and threats of violence against the workers and a security officer.
Following the reported incident, the police intervened and subsequently arrested Badu and Okai. Despite their denial of the charges during the investigation, the court deemed it necessary to remand them in light of public safety concerns.
As this case unfolds, it underscores the importance of upholding the law and ensuring the safety of individuals and properties within our communities. The court's decision to remand the accused reflects a commitment to thorough due process and the preservation of public order.
It is imperative to await further developments as this case progresses through the legal system. The outcome of this trial will undoubtedly have implications for addressing issues related to land disputes and unlawful activities that threaten the well-being of both individuals and businesses.
-source GNA | curated by Aisha Yakubu | GhanaCrimes
