Justice came swiftly at the Ofaakor Circuit Court as a 25-year-old man, Samuel Kolie, was handed a 19-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to a brutal robbery that took place in Kasoa, Millennium City, in the early hours of July 10, 2025.

According to details presented in court, Kolie attacked a woman at dawn, stealing an iPhone 16 Pro Max and an undisclosed amount of cash. The victim sustained injuries during the assault, prompting additional charges beyond robbery.

Kolie was convicted on two counts:

Robbery — for which he received 14 years Causing harm — which added another 5 years to his sentence

The court delivered its ruling on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, after the accused pleaded guilty to both charges.

The case has stirred reactions in the Kasoa community, a place often associated with rising incidents of robbery and violent crime. The fact that the attack occurred during the early dawn hours adds another layer of fear for residents who are increasingly wary of moving around at odd hours, especially alone.

While some may consider 19 years a harsh sentence, others see it as a clear message to would-be criminals: the justice system is ready to clamp down hard on violent offenses, especially those involving bodily harm and the use of force.

An iPhone 16 Pro Max may have been the item taken, but what Kolie has lost in return is far greater—his freedom for nearly two decades.