Mohameds’ extradition case to continue on Feb 16

The extradition committal hearing involving city businessman Nazar “Shell” Mohamed was on Monday adjourned for one week after the court was informed that he was ill and unable to attend.

Following submissions from defence attorney Siand Dhurjon, Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman rescheduled the matter for Monday, February 16, when a report is expected to be presented.

Prosecutor for the United States, Guyanese attorney Glenn Hanoman, attempted to have the court require medical confirmation of Mohamed’s condition. However, the request was not granted by the magistrate.

Mohamed and his son, Azruddin Mohamed, are wanted by United States authorities to stand trial in a Florida federal court. They face charges including wire fraud, mail fraud and money laundering, allegedly linked to their gold trading operations.

The proceedings were also expected to continue with the cross-examination of Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Home Affairs, Sharon Roopchand-Edwards. Hanoman indicated that additional witnesses are expected to testify in the matter.

Lead prosecutor, Jamaican attorney Terrence Williams, was also absent from court due to an overseas engagement, according to Hanoman.