The Ghana Police Service has issued a statement clarifying that Gloria Vera Louise, a protester arrested during the Democracy Hub demonstration, is not pregnant, contrary to initial claims.
Earlier reports suggested Gloria was four months pregnant at the time of her arrest and subsequent two-week remand. However, medical examinations conducted at independent health facilities confirmed that Gloria is not pregnant. The police also noted that there were no visible signs of pregnancy during her arrest.
The Office of the Attorney General had expressed disappointment that Gloria’s lawyers did not inform the court about her purported pregnancy during the bail hearing. Additionally, the police have filed charges against Grace Asantewaa, the woman accused of exposing a child to harm during a recent demonstration.
The police statement aims to set the record straight regarding Gloria’s pregnancy status and address concerns surrounding the handling of her case. The development highlights the importance of verifying information through credible sources.