By: Alimatu Kargbo
A police officer attached to the Transnational Organized Crime Unit (TOCU), Sergeant 9859 Sundu S.K., has been remanded at the Male Correctional Centre for repeatedly failing to appear in court to testify in an ongoing drug matter involving unlawful possession of Kush before magistrate Mustapha Briama Jah.
Sergeant Sundu, who serves as an investigative officer at TOCU headquarters, was expected to testify in a trial at the Pademba Road Magistrate Court but failed to show up on time, once again. His absence has reportedly been a recurring issue, delaying the progress of several court cases under his responsibility.
On this occasion, after failing to appear when the matter was called, Sergeant Sundu arrived later at court in what was described as an aggressive and disrespectful manner. His behavior did not sit well with the presiding magistrate, who has previously cautioned him about his consistent absenteeism.
The magistrate, visibly displeased, emphasized the importance of punctuality and commitment, especially in cases related to drug offences, where swift justice is necessary. The court viewed Sergeant Sundu’s conduct as deliberate obstruction of justice and ordered that he be immediately remanded at the Male Correctional Centre.
