These officers were allegedly enticed by Wang Xiao, a Chinese convict who was incarcerated at the Nsawam Medium Prison. The intriguing sequence of events unfolded as follows: officers were allegedly enticed by Wang Xiao, a Chinese convict who was incarcerated at the Nsawam Medium Prison. The intriguing sequence of events unfolded as follows:hese officers were allegedly enticed by Wang Xiao, a Chinese convict who was incarcerated at the Nsawam Medium Prison. The intriguing sequence of events unfolded as follows:hese officers were allegedly enticed by Wang Xiao, a Chinese convict who was incarcerated at the Nsawam Medium Prison. The intriguing sequence of events unfolded as follows:
- Initial Context: Wang Xiao was serving time in prison following his conviction for theft and other criminal-related offenses.
- Hospital Visit: On February 7, 2024, Wang Xiao was accompanied by Joseph Oteng and Sergeant Isaac Boateng Bonsu to the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital for medical attention.
- Unexpected Turn: Instead of returning directly to the prison after the hospital visit, the officers took Wang Xiao to the Oceans Hotel in Korle Gonno.
- Hotel Encounter: At the hotel, Wang Xiao met with his alleged wife. In exchange for their cooperation, she offered the officers KFC rice, pieces of chicken, and soft drinks.
- Escape Plan: While the officers relaxed in the hotel’s reception area, Wang Xiao and his alleged wife made their move. They fled through the balcony of the hotel, leaving the officers unaware of their escape.
- Caught on CCTV: The truth came to light when the officers reported the prisoner’s escape to their superiors. Investigations led them to review the CCTV footage, which clearly showed the convict and his wife escaping while the officers enjoyed their meal.
- Legal Consequences: Joseph Oteng and Sergeant Isaac Boateng Bonsu have been charged with conspiracy and aiding escape.
They pleaded not guilty and have been granted bail, with a court appearance scheduled for April 9, 2024