Two juveniles remanded in custody for allegedly killing 16-year-old boy

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The Asokwa District Court has remanded two juveniles into custody in connection with the alleged murder of a 16-year-old boy in Anloga, Oforikrom Municipality, Ashanti Region.

The incident occurred on Monday, November 4, 2024, when a confrontation escalated, leading to the main suspect, a 16-year-old girl, allegedly stabbing the victim.

The second suspect, a 15-year-old girl, is accused of assisting in the crime.

In court, the female primary suspect was charged with murder and causing harm to the deceased, while the second juvenile was charged with abetment of murder.

After the court proceedings, Victor Owusu-Ansah, the victim’s brother, expressed confidence in the justice system following the court’s decision to deny bail to the suspects.

The case has been adjourned to November 20, 2024, for further hearings.