- Dr. Ato Forson's legal team seeks mistrial in ambulance case, citing Attorney-General's misconduct.
- Recording of phone call between Attorney-General and third accused raises questions about conduct.
- Legal team argues Attorney-General's actions compromised trial fairness.
- Mistrial application to be heard on June 4th, potentially impacting the trial's outcome.
Lawyers for the Minority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, have taken a significant step in the ongoing ambulance case by filing a supplementary affidavit. This affidavit supports the motion for an order of mistrial, injunction, and stay of proceedings.
The move comes after allegations surfaced against the Attorney-General, Godfred Dame, made by the third accused, Richard Jakpa. A recording of a telephone conversation between Jakpa and the Attorney-General has been annexed to the affidavit, raising questions about the conduct of the Attorney-General.
The affidavit also cites quotations from media reports, particularly from Accra-based Asaase Radio, which allege professional misconduct by the Attorney-General. Dr. Ato Forson is seeking a mistrial, arguing that justice must not only be done but seen to be done.
The Minority Leader’s legal team asserts that the Attorney-General has engaged in reprehensible and unlawful conduct, unbefitting of his position as the Minister for Justice. They claim this conduct aims to secure Dr. Ato Forson’s conviction at all costs.
Dr. Ato Forson argues that if the Court ignores these allegations and proceeds with the trial, it would be a travesty of justice. He believes the Court must address the credible claims of misconduct by the Attorney-General to maintain public trust in the administration of justice.
The application for a mistrial is likely to be heard on Tuesday, June 4th, 2024. If granted, it could significantly impact the ongoing trial. Dr. Ato Forson’s legal team is seeking a declaration of a mistrial, citing the Attorney-General’s alleged misconduct.
The Attorney-General’s role in the ambulance case has come under scrutiny, with allegations of professional misconduct and unlawful conduct. The recording of the telephone conversation between Jakpa and the Attorney-General has raised eyebrows, leading to calls for an investigation.
Dr. Ato Forson’s legal team is adamant that the Attorney-General’s actions have compromised the fairness of the trial. They believe a mistrial is necessary to uphold the integrity of the justice system.
The ongoing ambulance case has sparked intense debate, with many calling for transparency and accountability. The outcome of the application for a mistrial will be closely watched, as it may set a precedent for future cases.
The ambulance case has taken a dramatic turn with Dr. Ato Forson’s legal team seeking a mistrial. The allegations against the Attorney-General have raised concerns about the conduct of the trial, and the Court’s decision will be eagerly anticipated.
