Gambiaj.com – (Dakar, Senegal) – A heated family dispute has erupted following the passing of renowned Senegalese guitarist Jimmy Mbaye, who died at the age of 68 on February 12 at the Dakar Madeleine Clinic. The conflict, which has escalated to police involvement, centers around alleged trespassing and property disputes within the deceased musician’s family.

According to a report by the Senegalese newspaper Liberation, the late musician’s children have filed a complaint against their uncle, Bassirou Mbaye, at the Division of Criminal Investigations (DIC). The complaint accuses him of “trespassing, insults, and destruction of property belonging to others.”

The dispute reportedly began on February 26 when Bassirou Mbaye allegedly entered the family’s home in North Foire and forced open Jimmy Mbaye’s private music studio before changing all the locks. The late musician’s children opposed his actions, but tensions escalated further when, according to the complaint, Bassirou physically assaulted one of the guitarist’s wives and took possession of key documents, including Jimmy Mbaye’s national identity card, his death certificate, and the keys to his car.

Following the complaint, the police summoned and questioned Bassirou Mbaye. However, he was released, and the investigation remains ongoing, Liberation reports.

Jimmy Mbaye, widely recognized for his contribution to Senegalese music, was a key member of the legendary band Super Étoile de Dakar, which propelled mbalax music to international acclaim. His passing marked the end of an era, but the legal and familial battles surrounding his estate cast a shadow over his legacy.

As authorities continue their investigations, the dispute highlights the often complex and contentious nature of inheritance and estate management in Senegalese families, particularly in cases involving high-profile individuals.