An Accra Circuit Court has handed down five-year prison sentences to a taxi driver and his accomplice. They were convicted of snatching a mobile phone.

The robbery happened at knifepoint in the Anyaa-Sowutuom area. The victims identified the perpetrators.

The court found both individuals guilty of the crime. They will each serve five years behind bars.

This sentencing aims to deter such criminal activities. It also provides justice for the victims involved.

The Ghana Police Service continues to investigate and prosecute street crime offenders. This case highlights efforts to keep communities safe.