Monrovia, Liberia – The Omega Magisterial Court in Montserrado County has issued a writ of arrest for two individuals accused of misapplying entrusted property and theft in connection with a land purchase deal.
The court, presided over by Associate Magistrate Victoria Gouma Duncan, has ordered the arrest of Augustus Suah and Lawrence Jakpueh following a complaint filed by Adama Tachee and Blattee Sowood.
Allegations Against the Defendants
According to the writ, Tachee and Sowood allege that between September 1, 2020, and March 11, 2022, they transferred a total of US$9,437.50 to Suah and Jakpueh via Western Union and MoneyGram. The funds were meant for purchasing a lot of land with an unfinished one-bedroom house and additional building materials.
The complainants claim that despite receiving the money, the defendants failed, refused, and neglected to provide them with the agreed-upon property and materials.
The funds were reportedly transferred in installments:
• US$4,260 on September 1, 2020
• US$1,000 on September 21, 2021
• US$2,000 on March 11, 2022
• US$1,577.50 for building materials
• US$300 for a land survey
The total amount allegedly misappropriated stands at US$9,437.50.
Legal Proceedings and Charges
The complainants argue that the actions of the defendants constitute criminal theft of property under Section 15.51B and misapplication of entrusted property under Section 15.56 of Liberia’s Penal Law.
As a result, the court has instructed Captain Alphonso G. Zackrah, the sheriff, or his deputies to arrest Suah and Jakpueh and bring them before the Omega Magisterial Court to answer the charges.
The prosecution is seeking legal redress, arguing that the alleged fraud was intentional and in violation of statutory law.
Next Steps
With the issuance of the writ, the legal process is now underway. The accused are expected to appear in court once arrested, where they will have the opportunity to respond to the allegations.
This case highlights ongoing concerns over land fraud in Liberia, an issue that has left many individuals vulnerable to financial losses.
More updates will follow as the case progresses.
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