A man has been sentenced to prison for stealing building materials. The Kumasi Circuit Court handed down the sentence.
The court found the 35-year-old man guilty of the crime. He pleaded guilty to all charges.
He was sentenced to five years imprisonment. The sentence includes hard labour.
The stolen items were building materials. The materials were taken from a construction site.
The court's decision was made during a recent hearing. The specific date of the theft was not detailed by the court.
This case highlights the consequences of theft in the region. Authorities continue to pursue those involved in criminal activities.