Lawyer Saeed Abdul Shakur, the Upper West Regional State Attorney, has expressed unwavering confidence in securing a conviction against the notorious Wa pedophile, Ahmed Rashid Anaata. Anaata is accused of heinous crimes involving the defilement of over 30 underage girls in Wa. Here’s a closer look at the latest updates from the trial.
During a recent court trial, Dr. Mubarik Alhassan, a Medical Doctor at the Wa Municipal Hospital, took the stand as a prosecution witness. Dr. Alhassan had conducted medical examinations on the victims, and his testimony unveiled a shocking revelation. According to him, all the victims subjected to medical examination displayed undeniable signs of virginal penetration. Dr. Mubarik Alhassan’s testimony focused on two out of four dockets built around the case.
After the recent court hearing, Lawyer Saed Abdul Shakur, in a statement to the media, expressed the state’s high level of confidence in the case. The prosecution team has presented a plethora of compelling evidence to the Wa Circuit Court.
This evidence, combined with the testimonies from victims and medical experts, reinforces the state’s determination to secure a conviction against the accused.
Mr. Ahmed Rashid Anaata, a well-known Master of Ceremony (MC) specializing in Islamic Weddings in Wa, stands accused of 20 counts, including defilement, attempted defilement, and indecent assault. In court, he has pleaded not guilty to these charges.
The alleged serial pedophile is accused of defiling over 30 girls in Wa, with their ages ranging from 12 to 15 years. To date, nine victims have bravely testified against the accused, shedding light on the disturbing nature of the crimes.
The trial continues, with the state attorney’s optimism grounded in the wealth of evidence presented thus far. As the case unfolds, the spotlight remains on the pursuit of justice for the victims and the potential for a landmark conviction in the Upper West Region.
Source : InfoRadio
