Tensions heightened outside the Adabraka District Court in Accra after proceedings in the case involving the alleged killing of immigration officer Stephen King Amoah were adjourned on Friday, August 22, 2025.

The lawyer for the accused, who was leaving the court after the proceedings, was nearly attacked by some angry family members present at the court.

As soon as he stepped out, a section of the crowd hurled insults at him before attempting to physically confront him.

Police officers quickly shielded him and escorted him away, as captured in videos online.

Moments later, additional security was provided before the lawyer was finally escorted out of the premises, as the family members continued to rain insults on him.

Meanwhile, the second accused, Thomas Zigah, who was recently apprehended, also appeared before the court.

During proceedings, his counsel requested that Zigah be allowed to seek medical attention at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital instead of the Police Hospital, arguing that his client’s condition had deteriorated while in custody at the Railway Police Station.

The lawyer claimed the suspect had red eyes and required urgent care at an independent medical facility.

The prosecution opposed the request, pointing out that Zigah had already been taken to the Police Hospital twice, where he was treated and discharged.

The court ruled that if the suspect was still experiencing health challenges, a formal application would have to be filed to request a change of hospital.

Watch as relatives of murdered immigration officer gather as court hearing resumes

The defence counsel also sought a one-week adjournment, suggesting that since the prosecution intended to take the accused to the hospital for a third time, a medical report should be presented as evidence.

However, the prosecution objected, explaining that investigations had extended beyond Accra and required investigators to travel, making it impossible to conclude inquiries within a week.

Watch the moment police returned with reinforcements to protect the suspect’s lawyer as he exited court after late Immigration officer Stephen Amoah's case was adjourned#JoyNewsFocus || #JoyDigital pic.twitter.com/b8xwm57dvI

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Enraged family members of a murdered immigration officer hooted at lawyers for the second accused as they exited the Adabraka District Court.

The two suspects, Bright Aweh and Thomas Zigah, have been remanded for two weeks#3NewsGH pic.twitter.com/e1ZRhQ9KUY

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