Sierra Leone Military Court Sentences 24 Soldiers Up to 120 Years for Failed Coup Attempt

A military court in Sierra Leone has sentenced 24 soldiers to lengthy prison terms for their roles in a failed attempt to overthrow the government of President Julius Maada Bio last November.

The sentences were read out in court late on Friday with the judge handing out prison terms ranging from 50 and 120 years on those convicted.

WAVNs Freetown Correspondent, Paul Kamara reports that, they were among 27 men court-martialed for their involvement in the attempted overthrow on November 26, which involved attacks on military barracks, two prisons, and other locations. The violent events led to the escape of approximately 2,200 inmates and resulted in over 20 fatalities.

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