Technical setbacks stall Mohamed’s explanation in extradition case

February 16 2026

Proceedings in the ongoing extradition matter involving businessman Azruddin Mohamed were delayed on Monday, after issues surrounding his late arrival and subsequent technical difficulties interrupted the hearing.

The continuation of the committal proceedings was scheduled for 9:00h at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts before Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman.

When Mohamed was not present at the scheduled time, an arrest warrant was issued shortly after 9:05h, with the court indicating that punctuality was a matter of respect.

Mohamed arrived approximately half an hour later and immediately apologised to the court. He attempted to outline the reasons for his delay; however, a virtual connection problem prevented the magistrate from clearly hearing his explanation.

Earlier in the morning, Mohamed’s legal team had sought intervention from Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty, asking that the warrant be set aside.

After hearing submissions, the Chief Magistrate directed that the issue be dealt with by Magistrate Latchman, who is presiding over the substantive proceedings.

When the matter resumed virtually before Magistrate Latchman, further connectivity issues disrupted the session.

The court subsequently indicated that the hearing would continue in person at 12:30h to allow Mohamed to provide his explanation directly.

Mohamed and his father, Nazar Mohamed, are currently before the court in extradition proceedings at the committal stage.

The United States is seeking their extradition in connection with alleged financial offences, including fraud and money laundering.

At this stage, the magistrate must determine whether sufficient evidence exists to commit them for extradition under the relevant legal framework.

Monday’s sitting was intended to continue those proceedings but was overtaken by the developments concerning Azruddin’s late attendance.

The court is expected to reconvene in person later in the day.