The extradition case involving sanctioned businessman Nazar “Shell” Mohamed and his son, Azzrudin Mohamed, was adjourned on Monday, February 16, 2026, at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court after the father reported that he was ill.
Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman, who is hearing the matter, adjourned the proceedings to Monday, February 16, when a report is expected to be presented.
After the court, Azzrudin Mohamed told reporters his father’s condition had worsened and that he was hospitalised.
Asked whether his father was in and out of the doctor and not hospitalised,
Attorney Glenn Hanoman, who is representing the U.S. side, said the adjournment was understandable given what was raised in court, adding, “We wish Nazar Mohamed well. We wish him a speedy recovery. These things happen.”
However, Hanoman cautioned that postponements come at a cost, noting that “there is a cost every time this matter is adjourned,” including mobilisation by the court and the need for prosecutors to be present.
He said he would be open to Nazar Mohamed participating virtually, arguing the law provides for it, and described that option as “a very good solution.”
Hanoman also stated that while the documentation presented did not indicate hospitalisation, “we understand that he has worsened today.”
Attorney Siand Dhurjon, representing the Mohameds, said virtual attendance is not being pursued at this stage.
“No… At least, if he feels much better, he will come on the next occasion,” Dhurjon said, while adding that “as of now, I don’t think the magistrate is willing to entertain too much virtual appearances.”
Dhurjon also rejected the suggestion that the matter could proceed without Nazar Mohamed once the accused consents to being represented in his absence, stating: “We don’t believe that that’s a correct statement of law. And in any event, there is no such consent.”
The proceedings stem from a United States request seeking the extradition of the father and son, who are accused of operating an international criminal network linked to alleged gold smuggling, tax evasion, and money laundering.
The Mohameds face 11 criminal counts in the U.S. Southern District of Florida and were sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) in June 2024.
Both men remain on $150,000 bail each, have surrendered their passports, and are required to report weekly to the Ruimveldt Police Station as the extradition proceedings continue.
