By Jarranews Staff Reporter
It could be recall that sometimes last week the police in the Gambia have arrested dozens of foreigners with multiple devices after a raid on a compound in Tujereng Town. The arrested foreigners were suspected of engaging in cybercrime activities mainly targeting foreigners and Gambians in the diaspora. They have since been helping the police with their investigation.
Today the Gambia Police Force has provided updates on two high-profile cases currently before the courts, one involving an alleged cybercrime syndicate and the other a road safety matter linked to a drifting incident.
Cybercrime Case: 42 Foreign Nationals Arraigned
Forty-two foreign nationals—five Chinese and 37 Nigerians—appeared before Principal Magistrate Anna O. Mendy at the Brikama Magistrates’ Court as part of ongoing cybercrime investigations.
The accused face charges of unlawful possession of devices and data, as well as computer-related fraud and forgery under Sections 168 and 173 of the Information and Communications Act of 2009.
All 42 suspects pleaded not guilty. Each was granted bail set at D300,000, with two Gambian sureties required to provide an affidavit of means. The case was adjourned to September 11, 2025, for further proceedings.
Drifting Incident: Bail for Baboucarr Sawo
In a separate matter, the case of IGP vs. Baboucarr Sawo, popularly known as “Daddy,” was also heard today. Sawo faces charges linked to an alleged drifting incident at Piccadilly that left an elderly vendor injured.
The court granted him bail in the sum of D1.5 million, with conditions including three Gambian sureties, sworn affidavits of means, and the surrender of travel documents. The case was adjourned to September 17, 2025, for continuation.
The Gambia Police Force reaffirmed its commitment to pursuing all cases diligently and ensuring justice is served in accordance with the law.
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