Sheriff Ahmad pleaded guilty to the offence, particulars of which stated that on March 27 at High Street, Werk-en-Rust, he attempted to rob Jennifer Asharan of a cellular phone valued $62,000.
Police Prosecutor, Michael Grant told the Court that on the day in question, the accused snatched the complainant’s phone. The Court heard that the two had a scuffle, during which the woman screamed and attracted the attention of others.
With the public’s help, the man was arrested. Ahmad told the Court that he was convicted twice for a similar offence. He also apologized for his actions.