In a shocking turn of events, the Adisadel College student implicated in a viral video, which captured an appalling act of violence, has rejected the charges leveled against him.
The incident involved two Adisadel College students from Quaque House and has garnered widespread attention.
A Cape Coast District Court presided over by His Lordship Eric Oheneba Antwi Boasiako, was convened to hear the case.
However, due to the sensitivity of the matter, the court proceedings were conducted in the judge's chamber instead of the public courtroom.
The judge, taking into consideration the upcoming West African Senior Schools Certificate Examinations (WASSCE) and the potential impact on the student's education, decided to adjourn the case until Wednesday, September 27.
The viral video depicted a disturbing scene in which the accused student was seen assaulting another student, causing significant harm.
The perpetrator tightly held the victim's neck and repeatedly struck his head against a metallic bed frame, resulting in visible swelling on the victim's face.
The authenticity and gravity of the video have sparked outrage among parents, the general public, and the school's alumni.
As the accused maintains his innocence, he remains on bail pending further proceedings.
Meanwhile, the Housemaster of Quaque House, Ekow Holman, continues to be on interdiction as authorities at Adisadel College investigate the incident thoroughly.
Many alumni, known as old Santaclausians, have expressed their shock and disappointment over the students' actions.
One alumnus, Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, shared his sentiments on social media, stating that such behavior is entirely uncharacteristic of Adisadel College students.
He reminisced about how the school's ode and anthem were held in high esteem during his time, guiding their behavior in a positive direction.