A Kumasi High Court has remanded 14 individuals into prison custody for their alleged involvement in violent disturbances during election day in Damongo, Savannah Region.

Of the 16 suspects arraigned, 14 were remanded while two minors were discharged.

The violence reportedly arose from delays in announcing election results, resulting in the death of one person and extensive damage to the Electoral Commission’s office.

Angry protesters allegedly attacked the Damongo Municipal Collation Centre, setting the EC office ablaze and causing significant destruction.

Due to security concerns in the region, the case was transferred to the Kumasi High Court for hearing.

The accused persons face nine charges, including unlawful damage, assault, causing harm, and obstructing electoral officers from performing their duties.

The State Attorney requested a deferral of pleas to allow additional time for investigations. Meanwhile, the defence counsel appealed for the release of their clients, citing the involvement of minors.

The court ordered the release of the two minors into the care of a responsible guardian, Alhaji Imoro Seidu, who was required to deposit his Ghana card with the court registrar.

Pleas are set to be taken at the next hearing on 19th December 2024.