Justice Jaiteh of the High Court has ruled that a statement from the Director of Public Prosecutions cannot be used in the trial of Ousainou Bojang and Amie Bojang, who are accused of killing three police officers.
The court rejected a statement from defense witness Lamin Bojang because it was unsigned, lacked an independent witness, and was merely a photocopy without explanation for not providing the original.
Justice Jaiteh emphasized the importance of ensuring statements are voluntary and authentic, stating that the statement’s reliability was questionable and could be harmful to the defendants.
The trial will continue with a cross-examination of Lamin Bojang on 9 June 2023.
