The Gambia Police Force is investigating several alleged murder cases, including a fatal stabbing in Dippa Kunda involving siblings and another in Sinchu Malado involving a married couple. Additionally, authorities are probing a case of baby dumping in Nema Kunku and assessing damage from a fire outbreak at Brikama “Sandika” Market and GTSC Depot. The investigations are ongoing with suspects in custody and post-mortem examinations scheduled.

Sparks from a grinder used by a scrap metal dealer caused a fire that destroyed 11 discarded buses at the Gambia Transport Service Corporation (GTSC) depot in Kanifing. The fire, which occurred on Saturday, also partially damaged four other buses. The affected buses had previously been auctioned off as scrap, and no injuries or deaths were reported in the incident.

A devastating fire in Bakau Newtown on Wednesday morning consumed an entire compound, causing significant property damage and leaving residents homeless. The fire, which started at 2:30 a.m., spread rapidly due to inflammable materials in the structures. The timely response of youths, neighbors, and the fire service prevented further damage, but the authorities are now appealing for assistance to help the displaced families.