Nigerian Arrested in Sierra Leone with 38 Pallets of Cocaine
A Nigerian man, Richard Onyekachid Idi, was arrested at Freetown International Airport in Sierra Leone after authorities discovered 38 pallets of cocaine. The arrest took place on September 13, 2024.
Idi appeared in court on September 23, 2024, facing charges of drug possession, trafficking, and transportation of illegal substances. During the hearing, evidence from the Transnational Organized Crime Unit (TOCU) was presented, detailing the events leading to his arrest.
The defense attorney requested bail for Idi, citing health concerns, but the judge ordered a medical evaluation to determine if he could remain in detention. The case has been adjourned until September 26, 2024, for further proceedings.
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