The 31-year-old man, Kwadwo Kyei Amanin, who pretended to vanish while hiding in his girlfriend’s house in Asawinso, has now asked for forgiveness from his family and fellow Ghanaians during his appearance in front of the Bibiani Circuit Court.
On May 11, 2024, Adom News reporter, Augustine Boah reported that Kwadwo Amanin, said to be a gold dealer, had gone missing, causing significant distress to his family.
The incident was reported to the Awaso police but after several days, he was found in Bibiani and subsequently handed over to the Awaso police.
Amanin was charged with causing fear and panic when he appeared before His Honour Joshua Caleb Abaidoo.
He pleaded guilty but asked for mercy. The court fined him 50 penalty units, equivalent to GH₵600, or a three-month prison sentence.
Amanin settled the fine and received a two-year good behavior bond, along with a six-month prison sentence with hard labor if he violates the bond.
In a conversation with Adom News, Amanin expressed remorse to his family and the public. He said, “I ask all Ghanaians and the media to forgive me for what transpired. It was not my intention to act in such a manner. I am not sure what got into me. I also request my mom and dad to forgive me.”
His father, Opanin Kwame Amanin, also expressed regret over his son’s actions and pleaded for public forgiveness. “The people of Asawinso suffered while searching for my son. Some ventured into the forest looking for him. A policeman in Asawinso eventually found and brought him home. My son has tarnished the name of Asawinso, and I plead on his behalf. He is not irresponsible. It is due to unforeseen issues and situations that this has occurred. Please forgive him,” he implored.
