A 54-year-old pastor has been ordered into custody by an Accra Circuit Court over allegations of stealing a vehicle and forging documents related to a Honda Civic valued at GH₵180,000.
According to reports, the accused, Pastor Hammond Love, denied the charges when he appeared before the court. Despite his plea, the court directed that he be remanded for two weeks while the case continues.
The court heard that the complainant, Daniel Baidoo, a businessman based in SCC Weija, first met the pastor in October 2025.
The pastor allegedly presented himself as a car dealer and convinced Baidoo to enter into a business arrangement.
Under the agreement, Baidoo was to hand over his Honda Civic along with an additional amount of money in exchange for a Range Rover.
However, the situation reportedly changed on November 7, 2025, when the pastor, together with two other individuals, allegedly seized the Range Rover from Baidoo.
Investigations later revealed that the pastor is suspected to have forged ownership documents for the Honda Civic and went on to sell the vehicle for GH₵150,000.
In a statement given to the police, Pastor Love reportedly admitted to the offence and assured authorities that he would settle the matter. However, he is said to have failed to honour that promise.
Following these developments, the court ruled that he kept in custody as investigations and legal proceedings continue.