Pastor Hammond Love, popularly known as Pastor Love has been incarcerated by an Accra Circuit court for stealing. The court sentenced the convict to 48 months in prison with hard labor.
According to GBC Ghana online, the ex-husband of gospel musician, Obaapa Christy was found guilty of the offence after seven years of trial. Reports said the devastated Pastor Love pleaded for mercy before the Judge pronounced the sentence, saying he was willing to pay any fine that would be imposed on him. Pastor Hammond Love, popularly known as Pastor Love has been incarcerated by an Accra Circuit court for stealing. The court sentenced the convict to 48 months in prison with hard labor.
According to GBC Ghana online, the ex-husband of gospel musician, Obaapa Christy was found guilty of the offence after seven years of trial. Reports said the devastated Pastor Love pleaded for mercy before the Judge pronounced the sentence, saying he was willing to pay any fine that would be imposed on him. The court, presided by Judge Isaac Addo, considered the fact that convicted Pastor Love was a first-time offender. Judge Isaac Addo, however, said as a Pastor, a high level of integrity and trust is expected of him, hence handing him the 48-month jail term as a deterrent to others.
Facts of the case
GBC Ghana online reports that per the facts of the case presented by ASP Frimpong, a US resident, Samuel Amankwah 2016 shipped a 4×4 vehicle into the country.
Key Takeaways:
- Guilty Verdict: Pastor Love found guilty of stealing after a seven-year trial
- Sentence: 48 months in prison with hard labor
- Judge's Rationale: Deterrent to others, considering Pastor Love's position of trust
- Case Background: Involves a 2016 vehicle shipment from the US
This outcome serves as a reminder that no one is above the law, regardless of their social standing or profession.
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