East Legon Accident: Elrad Amoako pleads not guilty to charges

Elrad Amoako, a 16-year-old boy who rammed into another car at East Legon, killing two people as a result, has once more been remanded.

The juvenile, who is facing eight counts of manslaughter, negligently causing harm, dangerous driving and driving without licence, was first remanded when he appeared in court last Friday.

He pleaded not guilty to the charges when he appeared before the Family and Juvenile Court during his first appearance.

It is uncertain whether the juvenile has been sent to a correctional centre or has been committed to the care of his parents in line with section 23 of the Juvenile Justice Act , 2003 (ACT 653) since the case was not opened to the public.

The provision states that where a juvenile is not released on bail, the juvenile court may make an order committing the juvenile to the care of his parents, guardian, close relative or any fit person who is willing to take care of the juvenile; or remanding the juvenile to a remand home situated within a reasonable distance from the court.

The case has been adjourned to November 13 this year.

Source: Graphic Online