By: Isatou Sarr
The Gambia Police Force has issued out a report updating the public on recent developments on the three alleged murder cases as part of the police’s “commitment to transparency and accountability.”
According to the police, the first case was the alleged murder of Musa Sabally in Brikama Bojang Kunda. The 23-year-old Musa was allegedly assaulted by a group of individuals and was later pronounced dead on arrival at the Brikama Health Centre. The police say investigations have made significant progress and four suspects have been arrested and are currently in police custody assisting investigators with on-going enquiries.
A post-mortem examination was conducted on the deceased, while investigations continue to identify and apprehend other persons believed to be connected to the incident.
Meanwhile, the police report pointed out the second murder case as that of Kebba Sarr in Wellingara, Nema. Sarr was a truck driver whose body was discovered in an apartment in Nema on Monday, June 15, 2026. A 19-year-old female suspect earlier on arrested in connection with the matter remained in police custody assisting investigators. A post-mortem examination has since been conducted on the deceased, while enquiries into the circumstances surrounding the death continue.
Still, the third murder case was that of Yunusa Mbaye in Fajara and it happened on Monday, June 15, 2026. According to the police, a post-mortem examination was conducted and evidential materials secured as part of the investigation.
Following the completion of the post-mortem examination and other investigative processes, a case file was submitted to the Ministry of Justice for prosecution. Consequently, prosecution proceedings against the accused person formally commenced on Wednesday June 24, 2026, before the High Court in Banjul.
The Gambia Police Force unequivocally condemns all forms of violence and remains committed to conducting thorough, impartial, and professional investigations to ensure that justice is pursued in accordance with the law.
In light of these developments, members of the public are strongly urged to exercise restraint and allow the judicial process to take its course. The Force advises against actions, statements, or activities that may prejudice on-going proceedings, undermine due process, or seek to influence matters already before the courts.
“The administration of justice is best served through lawful processes, respect for judicial independence, and continued confidence in the rule of law,” the police concluded.