Daniel Asiedu, the prime suspect in the murder of the late Abuakwa North MP Joseph Boakye Danquah Adu, has been found not guilty following a split decision by a seven-member jury. The jury’s 4-3 verdict, delivered on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, was insufficient to conclude the case, leading the court to discharge the jury under Section 285(4) of the Criminal and Other Offences (Procedure) Act, 1960 (Act 30).
Asiedu, known by his alias Sexy Don Don, was accused of robbery and the fatal stabbing of JB Danquah Adu at his home in February 2016. Despite the not-guilty ruling, Asiedu remains in custody, leaving the future of the case uncertain. The court ruled that the split decision prevented further legal action, prolonging the unresolved nature of this high-profile trial.
The murder of JB Danquah Adu, a key figure in the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has drawn national attention since 2016. The lengthy trial has been marked by intense public interest and calls for justice. The jury’s inconclusive verdict has reignited debates about the case, with many questioning what steps will be taken to resolve the matter.
While the not-guilty decision marks a pivotal moment in the trial, it does not conclude Asiedu’s legal challenges. The court and prosecution are expected to deliberate on the next course of action. This latest development underscores the complexity of the case and the lingering quest for justice for the late MP.