The Attorney-General has unexpectedly withdrawn charges against renowned clergyman Bishop Elijah Salifu Amoako, his wife Mouha Amoako, and Linda Bonsu Bempah, a sales assistant, leading to their discharge by the court. The case stemmed from a fatal accident in East Legon involving their 16-year-old son.
However, unconfirmed reports suggest that shortly after their release, they were re-arrested under new legal circumstances.
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Court Decision
On Monday, February 17, 2025, the state informed the court of its decision to drop all charges against Bishop Amoako and the two others. The move aims to allow the police to conduct further investigations and determine the appropriate legal action. Following the prosecution’s request, the judge officially struck out the charges.
Background of the Case
The case dates back to October 12, 2024, when the couple’s teenage son, driving a white Jaguar F-Pace Sport without a valid license, crashed into an Acura utility vehicle in East Legon. The impact caused the Acura to catch fire, tragically claiming the lives of two young girls.
The teenager was initially charged with manslaughter, negligent driving, causing harm, and driving without a license. Although he initially pleaded not guilty, he later changed his plea and was sentenced in December 2024 to six months at the Senior Correctional Center. As part of his sentence, he was also required to report to probation officers biweekly and was barred from driving until he turned 18.
Penalties for Parents
In a separate ruling, Bishop Salifu Amoako and his wife were fined 500 penalty units each (GH₵6,000) for failing to supervise their son. Additionally, they were ordered to pay for damages, including a GH₵8,000 light pole destroyed in the accident.
