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The Regional Commissioner of Police for the North Bank Region, Commissioner Mustapha Sowe, on Monday, June 15, 2026, spearheaded a rescue operation after a suspected migrant boat caught fire at Nuimi Bunyadu.
Reports indicate that the incident occurred during the early hours of Monday, resulting in several migrants onboard sustaining burn injuries. The injured victims were rescued and transported to Essau Hospital, where they are currently receiving treatment.
Commissioner Sowe coordinated the emergency response and oversaw efforts to ensure that the victims received timely medical care.
The captain of the vessel is currently unaccounted for, while investigations are ongoing to establish the cause of the fire and the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The Gambia Police Force remains steadfast in its commitment to protecting lives and property and will continue to support efforts aimed at ensuring public safety and security.
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