The East Legon District Commander DSP Emmanuel Basintale who was
allegedly assaulted by a footballer John Paintsil has refused an out of
court settlement suggested by the Court hearing the case.
The trial
judge, Patricia Quansah suggested that considering the busy schedule of both
parties, they should use Alternative Dispute Resolution, ADR, to reach an
amicable settlement. But DSP Basintale said he is not amenable to
settlement.
Following that, the case was stood down for some hours and
proceeded to be heard in camera. Counsel for John Paintsil, Victor Adawudu
declined to give any information to the media but said the case has been
adjourned to October for further hearing.
The former Black Stars defender was
arrested after he physically assaulted the District Commander
during interrogation over allegations that he had stole his wife’s car.
It is alleged that during the questioning, the former defender became angry
and punched the commander in the eye and also pushed another officer.
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