WHEN WIILL THE AUTHORITIES DECIDE WHETHER TO PROSECUTE OFFICERS FOR OMAR BADJIE’S DEATH?
The coroner’s inquest into the death of Omar Badjie, a 27-year-old from Mandinary, The Gambia, concluded that he died from an acute brain injury caused by physical exertion, stress, and assault by police officers during a pursuit on September 26, 2025. The Coroner submitted her report to the Chief Justice who forwarded it to the […]
The coroner’s inquest into the death of Omar Badjie, a 27-year-old from Mandinary, The Gambia, concluded that he died from an acute brain injury caused by physical exertion, stress, and assault by police officers during a pursuit on September 26, 2025.
The Coroner submitted her report to the Chief Justice who forwarded it to the Ministry of Justice for possible prosecution. Decision is yet to be made as to whether a case can be made against police officers for the death of Omar Badjie.
Efforts to get information on developments on the matter so far has been unsuccessful. Foroyaa will continue its effort to monitor the situation and once information is obtained, our readers will be informed accordingly.