Bissau national in trouble

One Peter Mendy, Bissau national was recently arraigned at the Brikama Magistrates' Court, charged with arson.

He denied the charge.

According to the particulars of offence, on 24th November 2009, at Busura Village, Western Region unlawfully and willfully set fire on the groundnut heap of one Sheikh Mafuji Jarju.

Meanwhile, the accused was remanded into custody.

The case was adjourned to 12th December 2009 for hearing.