Two accused persons, Issah Morro and Mohammed Amidu, both labourers have been remanded to prison custody by a Tema circuit court for attempted child-stealing at Doryumu, in the Greater Accra region.

Prosecutor ASP Stella Odame told the court that the accused were arrested by some residents and handed over to the police at Doryumu on 27th January this year for attempting to steal a 3-year-old boy.

The accused however pleaded not guilty to the charge.

Prior to reading the statement of fact, the accused persons told the court they could not afford the services of a lawyer hence they would defend themselves.

The case has been adjourned to 19th February,2020.

Source: Kwame Yankah|Adom News