US EditionGovernment Orders Coroner's Inquest Into Omar Badjie's Death
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Omar Badjie’s death: Youth demand prosecution of implicated officers
“We write with deep sorrow and concern,” the petition begins, “regarding the death of Mr Omar Badjie following his encounter with officers of the Gambia Police Force in Mandinary.” The youth emphasised their commitment to peaceful and lawful engagement, while urging the government to act swiftly to uphold the rule of law and restore community trust. The petition outlines four primary demands: Immediate suspension of all officers involved in Mr B…
Court Orders Post-Mortem Into Omar Badjie’s Death – Foroyaa Newspaper
By Kemeseng Sanneh (Kexx) A post-mortem examination has been ordered for Omar Badjie, the 27-year-old construction worker who died after a clash with police in Mandinary, following a formal application by his family. Principal Magistrate Anna O. Mendy of the Brikama Magistrate’s Court granted the order after the family filed documentation and swore an affidavit supporting their request. A post-mortem (also called an autopsy) is a medical examina…
By: Kemo Kanyi The Gambian government has announced that a coroner's inquest will be held immediately to determine the circumstances surrounding the death of Omar Badjie. Badjie was a 27-year-old man from Mandinary who died following a police chase on Friday. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Ministry of Interior said a police patrol encountered a group of youths in Mandinary suspected of smoking cannabis. The youths reportedly attempted to…
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