Justice and Courts

Deadly Indian Syrup – What a Legal Action in Tashkent Reveals About the Case in The Gambia

Frederic Tendeng May 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (TASHKENT) – A court in Uzbekistan has initiated a criminal case against Indian businessman Sachin Jayin, whose pharmaceutical product, Dok-1 Max syrup, is linked to the deaths of dozens of children in both Uzbekistan and The Gambia. This action follows a tragic incident where 68 children died and 16 others were left disabled in Uzbekistan after consuming the syrup. Similarly, in The Gambia, officially, 69 children died due to the same product.

Medical Doctor Arraigned for Indecent Assault, Court Grants Bail

Frederic Tendeng May 22, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (KANIFING) – Dr. Malick Njie, a medical doctor, appeared before the Kanifing Magistrates Court on charges of indecent assault, following allegations that he inappropriately touched a woman in Bakau.

Kebba Kanteh Faces Court for Alleged Peace Breach at US Embassy in Kanifing

Makutu Manneh May 21, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (KANIFING) – Kebba Kanteh appeared before Principal Magistrate Isatou Sallah Mbai at the Kanifing Magistrates’ Court today, accused of breaching the peace at the US Embassy in Kanifing.

Cherno Hamidou Savage Appears in Court for Alleged CFA 14 Million Fraud

Makutu Manneh May 21, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (KANIFING) – Cherno Hamidou Savage appeared today before Magistrate E. Colley at the Kanifing Magistrates’ Court on charges of defrauding fourteen million CFA (14,000,000 CFA), equivalent to one million, four hundred thousand dalasis (1,400,000 GMD).

Bojang Murder Trial – Forensic Officer Says Gun Left Exposed to Elements, Hindered DNA Analysis

Jarai Jallow May 21, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In a significant development in the trial of Ousainou Bojang and his sister Amie Bojang, forensic officer Francis Jatta testified that the alleged murder weapon was left in the open for 10 days, exposed to rain and heat, which rendered it unsuitable for DNA analysis.

Prosecution Presents Crucial Evidence in Ousainou Bojang Murder Trial

Frederic Tendeng May 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In the ongoing murder trial of Ousainou Bojang and Amie Bojang, the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP), A.M. Yusuf, presented crucial evidence to the court. The evidence included an alleged murder weapon, empty bullet casings, and a live round, all submitted as Prosecution Exhibits.

Police Sergeant Testifies on Evidence Collection in Gorgi Sowe’s Attempted Murder Trial

Frederic Tendeng May 16, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Omar Drammeh, a police sergeant from the Anti-Crime Unit of the Gambia Police Force, continued his testimony in the trial of Gorgi Sowe, also known as Yugo Sowe, who is facing charges of attempted murder, assault, bodily harm, and domestic violence. The accused allegedly attacked his first wife in Brikama Jalanbang, causing severe injuries.

Court Denies Bail for Drug Possession Suspect

Makutu Manneh May 15, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (KANIFING) – Magistrate E. Colley, presiding over the Kanifing Magistrates Court, refused bail for Bakary Minteh, who was arraigned for possession of 215g and 20mg of marijuana, a prohibited drug, by the Drug Law Enforcement Agency (DLEAG).

Police Impostor Sanna Darboe Convicted and Sentenced for Obtaining Money by False Pretences

Makutu Manneh May 15, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (KANIFING) – One Sanna Darboe was on Tuesday convicted and sentenced for impersonating a police officer with the rank of sub Inspector. Darboe infiltrated the “operation clear the road” exercise, where he obtained money by false pretences from various vendors.

Senegalese National Sentenced to 15 Years for Sexual Assault on Elderly Woman in The Gambia

Makutu Manneh May 14, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (KANIFING) – Muhammed Rasul Sowe, a Senegalese national, was convicted and sentenced to 15 years in prison with hard labor for sexually assaulting a 61-year-old woman. The sentencing, handed down by Principal Magistrate Isatou Sallah Mbai of the Kanifing Magistrates’ Court on Monday, followed Sowe’s guilty plea to a charge of rape under the Sexual Offences Act 2013.

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