By: Audrey Raymonda John
A 55-year-old man, John Sesay, and his 19-year-old son, John Alfred Sesay, have been remanded in custody after appearing before Magistrate Mamakoh Sao Kallon at Pademba Road Court No. 3 in Freetown.
The two are facing charges of assault under Section 46 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861, and malicious damage under Section 51 of the Malicious Damage Act 1861.
According to police, the incident occurred on Monday, 21st July 2025, at No. 11 Priscilla Street, Freetown. The accused allegedly assaulted one Aziz Alhassan Turay, causing bodily harm, and damaged his black prescription eyeglasses, valued at $300 (approximately Le7,110).
No plea was taken during the initial court appearance.
Magistrate Kallon ordered both accused to be remanded at the Male Correctional Centre. The matter has been adjourned to 5th August 2025 for further hearing.
Police Constable 15098 M.A. Sesay is prosecuting the case.