By Omar Wally
Abdoulie Sanneh, an 18 year old, lost his life after a fight with his 14 year old brother in Pirang Village, Kombo East.
Assistant Superintendent, Foday Conta, Police public relations officer, said the incident happened Thursday, September, 21 2017, when the siblings were returning from the farm with their cattle.
“Upon arrival at home the elder brother asked his younger brother to fetch water for the cattle to drink but the younger brother was reluctant, saying he was going to Islamic School.”
Police spokesman said they ended up fighting and the junior brother was beaten. In retaliation Police PRO added, the junior brother took a heavy stick and hit his brother on his neck.
“ The elder brother collapsed and was rushed to the hospital but was later discharged. He later passed away at their home on September, 22.”
Assistant Superintendent Conta, disclosed that the accused is currently held at the Police headquarters in Banjul under the child welfare unit. “ The matter is under investigation by the serious crime unit” he added.
