By: Isatou Sarr
The Gambia Police Force has opened an investigation into the death of a three-week-old baby girl from Boboum Kunda, Wuli District, following complications from an alleged act of female circumcision.
According to a police report issued on September 12, 2025, the infant was first taken to Bajakunda Health Center by her mother, Adama Sowe, and grandmother, Metta Wamch. She was later referred to Basse Hospital and subsequently transferred to Bansang Hospital, where she was pronounced dead despite medical intervention.
Police confirmed that both the mother and grandmother of the deceased are in custody and assisting with the investigation. “The body of the deceased is preserved at Bansang Hospital mortuary, pending transfer to the Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital in Banjul for postmortem examination,” the report stated.
The Gambia Police Force has urged the public to adhere to lawful practices and to work collectively to protect the lives and well-being of children.
