A lawyer says a lawsuit will be filed against Bills Micro-Credit Company Limited. The legal action is for alleged assault on a petty trader. The incident was captured in a video that became widely shared online.
The lawyer, Ross Osei Owusu, confirmed the plan. He is representing Hagar Emaser, the woman shown in the video. The lawsuit will target both the company and its employees involved.
Details about when and where the alleged assault took place are being gathered. The lawyer stated that steps are being taken to ensure justice for his client.
The video shows a woman being physically handled by several individuals. These individuals are believed to be staff members of the micro-credit company.
Bills Micro-Credit Company Limited has not yet commented on the impending legal action. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.
This case highlights concerns about the conduct of some micro-credit institutions. The legal process aims to hold those responsible accountable for their actions.