Freetown, Sierra Leone – Amara Momoh, a mason, appeared before Magistrate Santigie Bangura at Pademba Road Court No. 2 on Monday, September 30, 2024, to face charges of larceny. The case, brought under Section 2 of the Larceny Act of 1916, alleges that Momoh stole an 18,000 BTU outdoor air conditioning unit, valued at 18,000 new leones, from the Judiciary of Sierra Leone.
The incident is said to have occurred on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at the Law Courts Building on Siaka Stevens Street in Freetown.
When the charge was read and explained, the accused pleaded not guilty. Prosecutor DPC 18235 Thoronka K.K. requested a short adjournment to confer with witnesses before proceeding with the case.
In the meantime, Magistrate Bangura granted bail to the accused in the amount of 20,000 new leones. The bail conditions include two sureties, both of whom must be gainfully employed, and the bail must be approved by the Deputy Assistant Registrar.
The case has been adjourned to September 9, 2024, for the continuation of the trial.
