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Published on 2024-03-14 08:22:26
Three individuals, Oumie Jobe, Musa Nyang, and Alieu Bah, were accused of trafficking ‘Kush’, a dangerous drug known as the zombie drug. The alleged traffickers appeared before a Magistrate Court in Banjul and denied possession of 55 grams and 570 milligrams of the drug.
When they appeared before Principal Magistrate Muhammed Krubally, the suspects maintained their innocence. However, one of the suspects, Emmanuel Koroma, confessed to being in possession of 55kg and 570mg of the drug. Prosecutors objected to his bail but did not object to the bail of the accused individuals who pleaded not guilty to the charge.
Despite the objections from the prosecutors, the presiding Magistrate Krubally granted bail to Jobe, Nyang, and Bah in the sum of D100,000 each with a Gambian surety. However, he ordered for the remand of the third suspect, Emmanuel Koroma, before adjourning the matter to March 27.
The case of the alleged Kush traffickers has raised concerns about the illegal drug trade in Banjul. Kush, also known as the zombie drug, is a dangerous substance that has serious consequences for individuals who use it. The denial of possession by the accused individuals and the confession of one of the suspects adds a layer of complexity to the case.
The decision of the Magistrate to grant bail to some of the accused individuals while remanding others shows the seriousness of the charges they are facing. The court will have to consider the evidence presented by the prosecutors and the defense in order to make a fair judgment in this case.
The alleged Kush traffickers have pleaded not guilty to the charges against them, indicating that they believe they are innocent of the crimes they are accused of. It will be up to the court to determine their guilt or innocence based on the evidence presented during the trial.
Given the seriousness of the charges and the potential consequences of trafficking drugs like Kush, it is important that the court handles this case with care and diligence. The safety and well-being of the community in Banjul depend on the fair judgment of the court in cases like this.
As the case of the alleged Kush traffickers continues to unfold, it will be important for the authorities to crack down on illegal drug trafficking in the area. The consequences of drug use and trafficking can be devastating, and it is crucial that steps are taken to prevent the spread of dangerous substances like Kush in the community.
The denial of possession by the alleged traffickers and the confession of one of the suspects present a complex legal challenge for the court. It will be up to the justice system to determine the guilt or innocence of the accused individuals based on the evidence presented in the case of the alleged Kush traffickers in Banjul.
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