Bar Operator Fined GH₵ 1,200.00 For Biting Neighbour's Ear

An Accra Circuit Court has fined a drinking bar operator, Doris Yeboah, an amount of GH₵ 1,200 for biting off  the ear of her neighbour.

The  complainant (neighbour of Doris) used to be good friends but their relationship turned sour as a result of petty quarrels as the real event is reported to have ensued on March 25, 2012, at about 4:00pm, when the said complainant, Vicky Hamolda,  met Doris at a spot and pulled her braided hair - a development that resulted in a bloody fight.

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According to the prosecution, in the process, Doris bit the left ear of the complainant. Complainant also bit the hand of Doris. Both complainant and convict reported the matter to the Police and they were issued with medical forms.

The court presided over by Mr Aboagye Tandoh ordered Doris to sign a bond to be of good behaviour for two years or in default go to jail for six months. The said order came after the court  found Doris guilty on the charge of causing unlawful harm.

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In the meantime, complainant Vicky Hamolda has been urged to seek the services of a counsel to pursue the issue of compensation.

Source: GNA

Source: YEN.com.gh