By Fatima Kpaka
Freetown, Sierra Leone — Ibrahim Fofanah, a 21-year-old man, was remanded on Thursday, 16 October 2025, by Magistrate John Manso Fornah of Pademba Road Court No. 2 in Freetown, following allegations of attempted murder.
Fofanah faces five counts, including attempted murder, wounding with intent to murder, wounding with intent, wounding, and assault occasioning actual bodily harm. All charges are in violation of Section 47 of the Offences Against the Person Act of 1861.
According to the indictment, the incident occurred on Sunday, 7 September 2025, at Wilkinson Road in Freetown. Fofanah allegedly attempted to murder Vivat Rogers by inflicting knife wounds to her neck, hands, and the left side of her face. The prosecution further claims that the accused maliciously wounded Rogers with intent to murder and caused her actual bodily harm.
During the preliminary investigation, no plea was taken from the defendant. Prosecutor Sergeant 8811 Florence M. Wilson informed the court that all necessary documents had been served to Fofanah, who appeared unrepresented. She requested an adjournment, stating her intention to present witness testimony at the next hearing.
Magistrate Fornah denied bail and ordered that Fofanah be remanded at the male correctional facility in Freetown. The case has been adjourned to Monday, 20 October 2025, for further hearing.