Almost A Million New Leones Theft At Bicky's Place Boutique

Almost A Million New Leones Theft At Bicky's Place Boutique

Two individuals accused of theft at Bicky's Place Boutique appeared before Magistrate Mustapha Brima Jah at Pademba Road Magistrate Court No. 1 on July 6 and 7, 2025. The suspects, identified as David Kamara and Martin Lucious, face serious charges stemming from a significant burglary at the prominent boutique located at No. 48 Liverpool Street, Freetown.

David Kamara, a former security guard at the boutique, is charged with eight counts of larceny by a servant, in violation of Section 17(1)(a) of the Larceny Act of 1916. He is accused of stealing various items belonging to businesswoman Binta Tejan Kella, including:

• Assorted clothing valued at NLe 260,160

• Assorted shoes worth NLe 292,100

• Bags valued at NLe 53,150

• Twelve glasses worth NLe 10,200

• Thirteen purses totaling NLe 8,250

His co-accused, Martin Lucious, faces charges of receiving stolen goods, contrary to Section 33(1) of the same Act. It is alleged that he purchased some of the stolen items, specifically:

• 15 pairs of assorted sneakers valued at NLe 10,000

• 101 pairs of sandals worth NLe 50,500

• 61 pieces of ladies’ wear valued at NLe 22,265

  
  

The police prosecution was led by Chief Superintendent of Police T.B. Zizer Esq. The third prosecution witness, DPC Mohamed Lahun, attached to the Economic Financial Fraud Unit at CID headquarters, testified that he was on duty when the complainant reported the theft on June 25, 2025. He further explained that a team of investigators, under his leadership, was assigned to the case.

DPC Lahun provided a detailed account of how he obtained statements from the complainant and witnesses, including a document indicating salaries received by the first defendant. He recounted that on June 26, 2025, the first defendant was arrested and voluntarily provided a caution statement in Krio, which was subsequently translated into English, read, and explained to him.

Following this confession, on July 1, 2025, the police apprehended the second defendant at his residence, where three women were present. A search warrant was executed, leading to the discovery of ten assorted sneakers, which were admitted as exhibits. On the same day, further investigation resulted in the discovery of 101 pairs of ladies’ wear at the second defendant’s business premises, also tendered as exhibits.

Voluntary caution statements were obtained from both defendants, recorded in Krio, and later presented in court. On July 6, 2025, the second defendant was formally charged with receiving stolen goods, and on July 7, 2025, the first defendant was charged with larceny by a servant.

Neither defendant was legally represented during the proceedings. Magistrate Jah denied bail for both suspects and ordered their remand to the Male Correctional Facility in Freetown. The case has been adjourned to October 29, 2025, for further hearing.

This case underscores the ongoing efforts of the Sierra Leone Police to combat theft and safeguard businesses within the capital.