A commercial driver was sentenced to 15 years in prison with hard labour by an Accra Circuit Court. He was found guilty of robbing passengers. The sentence was handed down by the court.
The driver committed the robbery at gunpoint. He targeted passengers on the Spintex Road. The court considered the severity of the crime.
During the robbery, passengers were forced to give up their belongings. The court heard evidence detailing the incident.
The Judicial Service confirmed the sentence. This action is part of efforts to deter such crimes.
The conviction serves as a warning to others who might consider similar acts. The Ghana Police Service continues to investigate all reported crimes.