Skip to main content

PRISON OFFICER MOBBED TO DEATH


By: Sahr J. Bangah

Abdul Karim Koroma now decease met his untimely death on the 12th May 2019 at Masorkoh line in the Kholifa Rowalla Chiefdom, Tonkolili District in the hands of angry youths when he was mistakenly identified as a thief.

The decease Abdul Karim Koroma was one the intelligent Prison Officer attached at Mafanta Correctional Center in the Tonkolili District and before his death, he was a Discipline Officer (DO) a position he held and displayed his professionalizing vigilantly without fair or favour until Sunday 12th May 2019 when he met his untimely death in hands of five gallant youths alleged to have beat and later stone him to death.

According to Madam Fatmata Namasa Sankoh, she recalled on Sunday 12th May 2019 when she overheard a strange voice outside her window and immediately went there to identify what was going on only to her dismayed she saw the decease Abdul Karim Koroma in the mist of angry youths who she can identified beating the decease and also convicted him as a thief, she burst in to tears. 

She continued that she made frantic efforts to plead to the angry youths that the decease is not a thief but rather a prison officer attached at the Mafanta Correctional Center but all of them could not listen.

She concluded that the decease took his phone to called one of his superior when one of the youth forceful grabbed it and immediately they started kicking and pelting stones on the decease all over his body when finally the decease collapse in their hands and immediately she went home crying loudly wherein she met one of the decease superior Amadu Kamara and later explained how the decease face mobbed justices.

The deceased boss, Amadu Kamara immediately went to the scene but could not identify the decease as his physical face was seriously damage with blood oozing from it and immediately he called for police assistance, with the help of the Magburaka Police the deceased was convey to the Magburaka hospital when it was finally diagnosed by the medical doctor that the decease has pass away before coming to the government hospital
Five suspects, namely Henry Kargbo, Mohamed Bangura, James Kargbo, Joseph Kargbo and John Kargbo were arrested in connection with the murder of the decease Abdul Karim Koroma and later charged to court for the offence of Conspiracy to murder contrary to Section 4 of the Offence against the Person Act 1816 and Murder contrary to Law.

The accused persons were denied bail yesterday by the presiding magistrate Peter Gogra on his view that the matter is under preliminary investigation according to court proceedings.

Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

IMC Boss Engages Bo District Council Chairman

By: Paul Kamara The Chairman of the Independent Media Commission (IMC), Joseph Egbenda Kapuwa Esq, conducted a familiarization visit on Friday, 12th July 2024, to the Bo District Council Chairman, Victor Korseh Hindowa, at his Administrative Office in Falaba Section, Bo. Accompanying Chairman Kapuwa was his Executive Secretary, Mr. Khalil Kallon, along with Commissioners and staff from the Southern Region. During the visit, Mr. Khalil Kallon discussed the purpose of their visit, which was to formally introduce the IMC Chairman to the District Council Chairman, create familiarity, and provide an opportunity for Chairman Kapuwa to share his vision and aspirations for the commission. In his address to the Bo District Council Chairman, Joseph Egbenda Kapuwa Esq emphasized his commitment to meeting with various stakeholders across the country to build relationships. He also highlighted the commission's activities and its role in registering and regulating media institutions. Chairman Ka...
Post a Comment
Read more

Makeni Medical Mission Brings Hope and Healing to Bombali District

By: Alusine Rehme Wilson Residents of the Asker Amputee Camp in Makeni City, including various war victims, are rejoicing over the inauguration of the Makeni Medical Mission health facility, established by philanthropist, author, and pastor Mr. Bambay Sawaneh, alongside his partners in the United States. This newly launched medical facility, comprising 11 treatment rooms, was developed with the support of Southeastern Medical International (SMI) and the Concord Christian Church. Their mission is to deliver compassionate healthcare and a range of medical services to the people of Bombali District and surrounding areas, with a particular focus on war victims and vulnerable families living in the Asker Amputee Camp at Robureh. At the official opening ceremony in Makeni city, a team of 10 medical missionaries from Southeastern Medical International, including Sheila Yates, a seasoned medical missionary with two decades of experience in the US, provided free medical care to 100 individuals,...
Post a Comment
Read more

Yoni Chiefdom Crowns Journalist Richmond Tholley as Ceremonial Chief

By Azrat Umar Saidu Turay The ceremony which took place on Sunday, May 26th, 2025, at Yoni Bana Town within Tonkolili district brought brought together eminent personality across the Northern -East parts of Serra Leone. The event was attended by dignitaries, community leaders, family members, and well-wishers, all gathered to witness this significant moment in the history of the Yoni Chiefdom. The ceremony began with traditional rituals, including the presentation of gifts and offerings to the ancestors, symbolizing respect for the rich heritage and customs of the Yoni people.  Elders from the chiefdom, adorned in traditional attire, played a pivotal role in the proceedings, blessing Tholley and imparting wisdom as he embarks on this new journey. Richmond B. Tholley, known for his dedication to journalism and community service, expressed deep gratitude for the honour bestowed upon him.  In his acceptance speech, he emphasized the importance of unity, cultural preservation, and developm...
Post a Comment
Read more