The Amasaman Circuit Court has granted bail in the sum of GHC50,000 with two justified sureties to Elizabeth Alonsi, a policewoman accused of pouring hot water on her colleague during a heated altercation.
Presiding over the case, Justice Enid Marful-Sau, a High Court judge with additional responsibility at the Circuit Court, ruled that the sureties must present valid national identification cards.
She emphasized that bail is not intended as punishment and exercised her discretion due to the accused’s fixed place of residence.
Alonsi, who has pleaded not guilty to a charge of causing harm, was interdicted by the Ghana Police Service following the March 2025 incident.
The alleged assault left the victim with injuries to the face and back.
The court noted that the accused and the victim reside in the same compound — the victim lives upstairs, while Alonsi occupies the lower floor — a factor that influenced the prosecution’s objection to bail.
Prosecutors expressed concerns about the victim’s safety and the possibility of witness interference, especially given the widespread media coverage.
However, Alonsi’s counsel argued that she poses no flight risk, would not interfere with investigations, and has credible individuals willing to stand as sureties.
He also assured the court that bail would allow her to adequately prepare her defence.
Justice Marful-Sau directed the prosecution to serve Alonsi or her legal team with all necessary disclosure materials and adjourned proceedings for further case management.
The matter continues as the court balances legal fairness with safety concerns in what has become a closely watched case within the law enforcement community.
