Crime

Gambia – Multiple Kush and Drug Dealers Arrested Across Various DLEAG Stations

Frederic Tendeng February 29, 2024

Gambiaj.com – Law enforcement agencies in The Gambia have recently made several significant drug-related arrests. Ousman Jawara, 42, from Tujereng Village, was apprehended by the Brikama DLEAG station on February 24th, 2024, with various illicit substances, including 28 parcels, 8 wraps, 3 smoking joints, and 22 tablets of codeine phosphate, concealed in different items.

Armed Men Attack MRC Field Station in Keneba, Stealing Vehicle Amidst Robbery Spree

Jarai Jallow February 25, 2024

Gambiaj.com – The Medical Research Council (MRC) has strongly condemned an attack on its field station in Keneba by armed men, who also carried out robberies at local businesses. The incident, which occurred on Friday, has raised concerns about the safety of the community and the need for increased security measures in the area.

Arrest Made in Murder of British Woman in The Gambia

Jarai Jallow February 20, 2024

Gambiaj.com – In a press briefing at Kairaba police station, authorities announced the arrest of a Sierra Leonean national in connection with the murder of 60-year-old British citizen, Shakina Chinedu, in The Gambia. Chinedu, who had been living in The Gambia since 2017, was tragically found dead in a toilet drain in Madina Alagie a village near Mamuda in Kombo South.