The Circuit Court at Sakumono has sentenced a 28-year-old vulcanizer, Joseph Sam, to six months in prison for stealing and another six months for assault after he broke into a woman’s home and attacked her and her brother. The sentences will run concurrently, meaning he will serve six months in total.
This case serves as an important reminder for the public about personal safety, the importance of reporting crimes, and how the justice system works to protect citizens.
On the night of February 20, 2024, around 10:45 p.m., the victim, Lucille Andoh, an Events Director living at Sakumono near Tema in the Greater Accra region, was attacked in her home. She had just finished showering when she found the convict, Joseph Sam, standing in her corridor.
He threatened to stab her if she made any noise, then followed her into her bedroom. There, he struck her with an object, causing her to collapse.
He proceeded to steal two iPhone 12 phones (worth GH¢10,000) and a ladies handbag containing her Ghana card and Bank cards.
As he tried to escape, Lucille managed to call for help. Her brother, Michael Andoh and other family members intervened.
During the struggle, Joseph Sam punched Michael in the stomach and grabbed his genitals. Despite the assault, the family restrained the convict and called the police emergency line.
The Sakumono Police Patrol Team responded quickly and arrested the suspect. Michael Andoh was given a medical form and received hospital treatment for his injuries.
The convict was charged with stealing (Contrary to Section 149 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 – Act 29) and assault (Contrary to Section 84 of the same Act). After a full trial, the court presided over by Her Honour Christiana Cann found him guilty on both counts and sentenced him accordingly.
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