The presiding judge in the Kasoa ritual murder case has ordered the transfer of the second accused, Nicholas Kini, from police custody to the Nsawam prison.
The directive was issued during a court session on Monday, June 24, following concerns raised by the prosecution.
Nicholas Kini, 18, has been on trial alongside 15-year-old Felix Nyarko for the alleged murder of 10-year-old Ishmael Abdallah in 2021.
The two have been held in police custody since their arrest. However, Kini has been moved between several police stations in Accra, including Nima, Ministries, Cantonments, and Osu.
The case investigator revealed that Kini has been involved in multiple altercations with fellow inmates, prompting the Osu Police Station to refuse his return.
The prosecution, citing these incidents, requested that Kini be transferred to prison custody to avoid further disturbances and ensure the safety of all parties involved.
In court, Nicholas Kini denied the allegations of instigating fights. His lawyer expressed surprise at the accusations and requested the judge to caution his client instead of ordering a transfer.
Despite this plea, Justice Lydia Osei Marfo decided that the best course of action would be to place Kini in Nsawam prison. She emphasized that this decision was made to maintain order and allow the legal proceedings to continue without further complications.
The court ordered that Kini be held in Nsawam prison and brought back to court when necessary. This move aims to provide a more stable environment for Kini, given the challenges faced in police custody.