A man identified as a land guard has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. The Circuit Court in Accra handed down the sentence on May 15, 2026.
The convict, who is 35 years old, was found guilty of robbery. He committed the crime a few months ago.
During the robbery, the man used a gun. He took a mobile phone and cash from a businessman.
The court found the evidence sufficient to convict him. The sentence includes hard labour.
This case highlights the ongoing issue of land guard-related criminal activities in the region.
Authorities continue to address land guard menace and protect citizens from such crimes.