An Accra circuit court has sentenced a man to five years imprisonment. The man pleaded guilty to stealing a mobile phone.
The court found the convict guilty of unlawful entry and stealing. These were the charges brought against him.
The sentence includes hard labour. This means the convicted man will also be made to work.
The incident took place within the jurisdiction of the Accra Circuit Court. The court is responsible for trying such cases.
The phone was taken unlawfully from its owner. The man confessed to taking the phone.
Justice has been served through this court ruling. The sentence reflects the seriousness of the crime.