The extradition proceedings involving sanctioned businessman Nazar “Shell” Mohamed and his son Azzrudin Mohamed were put off on Monday after the elder Mohamed was reported ill.
The matter, being heard in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court before Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman, has been rescheduled for Monday, February 16, 2026, when the court expects to receive an update on Mohamed’s condition and the way forward.
Speaking with reporters outside the courthouse, Azzrudin Mohamed said his father’s health had deteriorated and confirmed he was in the hospital.
On the U.S. side, attorney Glenn Hanoman said the postponement was reasonable in the circumstances, adding, “We wish Nazar Mohamed well. We wish him a speedy recovery. These things happen.”
Still, Hanoman warned that repeated adjournments impose public expense, noting that each delay requires court resources and the presence of prosecutors. He said he would support an application for Nazar Mohamed to appear virtually, calling it “a very good solution,” once permitted by the court and the law.
Hanoman also noted that the medical paperwork presented did not state that Mohamed was hospitalised, but added that his team was informed the situation worsened later in the day.
However, defence attorney Siand Dhurjon said virtual attendance is not being sought at this time. “No… At least, if he feels much better, he will come on the next occasion,” he told reporters, while indicating the court has shown little appetite for frequent remote appearances.
Dhurjon also pushed back against suggestions that the case could proceed in Mohamed’s absence once consent is given for counsel to represent him, arguing that the interpretation is incorrect and adding that no such consent exists.
The case arises from a United States request for the extradition of the father and son, who are accused of running an international criminal operation tied to alleged gold smuggling, tax evasion and money laundering.
The Mohameds face 11 charges 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 are currently on $150,000 bail each, have surrendered their passports, and must report weekly to the Ruimveldt Police Station while the extradition matter remains before the court.
