Two friends have been fined GH¢12,000 in total by the Nkawie Circuit Court. The court ordered each of them to pay GH¢6,000.
The two individuals were convicted of stealing. The incident took place at Bonteso, located in the Amansie West District.
This district is part of the Ashanti Region. The court's decision was made on October 4, 2026.
The Judicial Service announced the sentencing. The exact items stolen were not specified in the court filing.
The prosecution presented evidence of the theft to the court. The defense argued for leniency.
The court considered the nature of the crime and the value of the stolen items. The fine aims to serve as a deterrent.
Failure to pay the fine could result in further legal consequences for the convicted friends.
This case highlights the court's commitment to addressing theft within the community.