An Accra Circuit Court has sentenced a 32-year-old man to five years imprisonment with hard labour. This sentence is for crimes he committed recently.
The court found the man guilty of two charges: unlawful entry and stealing. During the trial, it was revealed that he had a previous conviction for theft.
The stolen items were electronic gadgets. The court considered the man's past behaviour when making its decision.
He entered a property unlawfully and took electronic items. Legal proceedings followed his arrest.
This case highlights the issue of repeat offenders in theft cases across Accra.
The Judicial Service ensures that justice is served for crimes committed.