The Asokwa District Court has remanded two juveniles into custody following their alleged involvement in the killing of a 16-year-old boy at Anloga in the Oforikrom Municipality of the Ashanti Region.
The incident occurred on Monday, November 4, 2024, when an altercation led to the main suspect, a 16-year-old girl, allegedly stabbing the victim. The second suspect, a 15-year-old girl is accused of abetting the murder.
During their first appearance in court, the female suspect was charged with murder and causing injury to the deceased, while the other female suspect was charged with abetment of murder.
Victor Owusu-Ansah, the brother of the deceased, spoke after the court proceedings, expressing his confidence in the justice system after the court denied the suspects' request for bail.
The case has been adjourned to November 20, 2024, for further proceedings.