Two students from Ada Senior High Technical School, Oscar Amemasor and Emmanuel Senunya, have been convicted by the Ada West District Court for assaulting a fellow student. A video of the incident, which surfaced on social media in May, showed one of the students brandishing a cutlass and threatening fellow students on campus. The video led to the arrest of four students by the Tema Regional Police Command. The police responded swiftly after coming across the video on May 22.
The prosecution's court documents indicated that Amemasor, 20, assaulted the victim with a metal bar, while Senunya, 18, was seen holding a cutlass. The two were charged with assault and abetment of assault. Initially, they pleaded not guilty, but later changed their plea to guilty, which led to their conviction. The court sentenced them to sign a 12-month bond to be of good behaviour. This punishment aims to ensure the students behave well and avoid future incidents.
The Tema Regional Police Command arrested the four students with the assistance of school authorities. A night patrol team was dispatched to the school immediately after the police saw the video. The police urged students to resolve disagreements peacefully through established school structures instead of resorting to violence or intimidation. They also called on parents and school authorities to strengthen supervision, discipline, and guidance among students.
The police statement, signed by ASP Dede Dzakpasu, Head of Public Affairs, highlighted the importance of maintaining safety and order in schools. The incident led to a significant response from the police and school authorities, demonstrating their commitment to addressing such issues. The students' conviction and punishment serve as a deterrent to others who may consider engaging in similar behaviour.
According to Enock Teye Sewornu, the lawyer for the students, the decision to change their pleas was taken in their best interest. The students had just received their results and are about to enter the university. Sewornu stated that the conviction and bond will allow the students to go back to school and move forward with their lives. This outcome brings relief to the students and their parents.
The incident and subsequent conviction highlight the need for schools to maintain a safe and orderly environment. The role of parents and school authorities in guiding and supervising students is crucial in preventing such incidents. The students' experience serves as a reminder of the consequences of engaging in violent or intimidating behaviour.
The conviction of the two Ada SHS students brings closure to the incident that sparked widespread concern on social media. The students' punishment and the police response demonstrate a commitment to addressing and preventing such incidents in the future. The incident also underscores the importance of peaceful conflict resolution and good behaviour among students.
Key points
- The two students were convicted and sentenced to a 12-month bond to be of good behaviour.
- The incident highlights the need for schools to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
- The police and school authorities responded swiftly to address the incident and prevent future occurrences.
