The Office of the Attorney General has challenged the Court of Appeal’s decision to acquit and discharge Minority Leader Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson and Richard Jakpa in the ambulance case.

In its Notice of Appeal filed on August 8, 2024, the Attorney General's office argues that the Court of Appeal misapplied the standard of proof needed to determine whether the accused should stand trial.

The appeal further claims that the Court’s conclusion—that the letters of credit did not amount to a payment under the contract—contradicts the evidence and is unjustifiable.

It also criticizes the Court’s finding that the Ministry of Health was responsible for the financial loss, asserting that this decision contained significant errors and caused a serious miscarriage of justice.

The prosecution asserts that the Court of Appeal failed to properly understand and apply the key elements of the charges.

The Attorney General’s office is requesting the Supreme Court to overturn the acquittal and discharge, and to direct that the accused continue their defense.