The convict, Joseph Ntiful, pleaded guilty to causing unlawful harm, contrary to section 69 of the Criminal Offences Act 1960 (29/60).
The court, presided over by Mrs Hathia Ama Manu, dismissed Ntiful's explanation, stating that the punishment would serve as a deterrent to others, particularly the youth.
In addition to the prison sentence, Ntiful was ordered to pay GH¢10,000 in compensation.
Prosecutor, Superintendent Juliana Essel-Dadzie explained that both the complainant, James Adu, and Ntiful resided in Nsuaem in the Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipality.