A Winneba court has sentenced a fisherman to five years in prison. The fisherman was found guilty of assaulting his wife with a machete.
The incident happened during a domestic argument in Winneba. The victim suffered serious injuries from the attack.
The court heard that the man used a machete to attack his wife. The attack caused severe harm to her.
The Judicial Service confirmed the jail term. This sentence aims to deter similar acts of violence.
The police earlier arrested the fisherman after the incident. They presented evidence to the court.
This case highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence. Courts continue to take strong action against such crimes.