Man accused of sex with boys is denied bail by magistrate

Tue, Oct 4th 2011, 10:00 AM

By SANCHESKA BROWN

sbrown@tribunemedia.net

A MAGISTRATE denied bail yesterday to a man accused of having sex with two young boys, saying she was concerned for his well-being and the safety of the public.

Kofhe Edwardo Goodman, alias Elvardo Ferguson, 36, appeared before Magistrate Carolyn Vogt-Evans in Court Six.

After hearing submissions from both the prosecution and defence, Magistrate Vogt-Evans denied bail to Goodman, saying her decision was based on the accused's previous convictions and the "mob" that had gathered outside the courtroom.

"It seems like it would be in the best interest and the interest of the public to keep you behind bars. These are serious charges but I do ...

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