Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – In a dramatic incident on Wednesday morning, a man in military uniform attempted to set himself on fire in front of the Palace of the Republic of Senegal in Dakar. The incident occurred around 9 a.m., drawing immediate attention from the police officers on duty.
The man, identified only by the name Cheikh B., is 48 years old and a former soldier with disability. He was seen dousing himself with a flammable liquid, but the vigilant traffic company police officers quickly intervened to prevent a potential tragedy. Their swift action ensured that the man could be stopped before any harm was done.
According to local media reports, Cheikh B. was found to possess a driving license and a membership card from the Senegalese National Office for Veterans and War Victims. After the police officers filed a report at the Plateau police station, Cheikh B. was handed over to the military barracks situated opposite the palace. He will undergo further processing and investigation by the provost brigade.
The quick response of the police highlights the importance of vigilance and readiness in preventing potentially disastrous situations. The motivations behind Cheikh B.’s actions are currently under investigation as authorities seek to understand the circumstances that led to this dramatic attempt.
