Gambia police officers responded to a violent confrontation at Jah Oil on Bond Road in Banjul on the night of Tuesday, 28 January 2025, following a dispute between staff at the fueling station and a group of individuals.
According to a statement from the police, upon arrival at the scene of the altercation, police officers attempted to de-escalate the situation but were overpowered by the individuals involved.
“As tensions escalated, the officers called for reinforcement. Even with additional personnel at the scene, the aggressors continued to resist and advanced towards the officers,” the statement said.
It further stated that to restore order, the police issued multiple warnings and fired warning shots. However, the individuals remained defiant and launched an attack on the officers. In response, and in self-defence, the police “shot one of the aggressors in the leg, leading to his immediate apprehension, while two others were arrested”. The remaining individuals fled the scene.
The arrested individuals are Momodou Njie (aged 30 of Njoro Tukulor, CRR), who sustained a gunshot wound to the leg and is receiving treatment at the RVTH; Ousman Jobe (25, of Tuba), who is in custody, and Ousainou Njie (20, of Dakar), also in custody.
However, the statement noted that the suspects are facing assault-related charges and are cooperating with investigators.
The Police have continued to intensify efforts to track down the remaining individuals involved in the incident. Meanwhile, the public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to assist law-enforcement personnel in maintaining security.
