In the ongoing treason trial, Lt. Col. Sandy in his testimony recounted the chilling moments of being held captive by Amadu Koita and his cohort, shedding light on a sinister plot to attack Pademba Road Prison.

The Joint Provost Unit Commanding Officer’s narrative revealed intricate details of Koita’s orchestrated plan, including orders to assailants to fire RPGs at the prison gate, aiming to breach its security perimeter.

During the trial, Lt. Col. Sandy identified key assailants, including Staff Sergeant Abu Dauda and Staff Sergeant Idriss Kallon, alongside former President Ernest Koroma’s Chief Security Officer, Officer Kabba. Lt. Col. Sandy disclosed how he cleverly deceived Koita, posing as a compliant victim while covertly sabotaging their scheme.

The testimony exposed Koita’s ambitions to raid the Joint Logistics Unit at Murray Town Barracks for arms and ammunition, further escalating the gravity of his coup attempt. Lt. Col. Sandy’s bravery and strategic thinking ultimately thwarted Koita’s nefarious plans, leading to a daring escape that ended the threat posed by the assailants.

The courtroom was gripped by Lt. Col. Sandy’s account, highlighting the resilience of the Sierra Leonean armed forces in the face of imminent danger. As proceedings adjourned, Judge Advocate Mark Ngegba emphasized the significance of Lt. Col. Sandy’s testimony in unraveling the intricate web of Koita’s failed coup attempt.