A man has been arrested by agents of the DLEAG on suspicion of trafficking in drugs.
Ebrima Sonko officials say wore military clothes when he was arrested by agents with suspected drugs on Tuesday in Brikama.
A statement by DLEAG said: “Ebrima Sonko, an adult male Gambian and a resident of Opart Foni was dressed in a military-liked camouflage trousers and a camouflage cap. He was onboard an ash color C class Mercedes Benz with registration number KM 2613 D.
“The said suspected drugs were each wrapped in a cement paper, covered with black nylon bags, placed in four bags and concealed in the booth of his car. Three (3) bags contained ten (10) bundles and one bag contained eleven (11) bundles. He is presently in custody while investigation into the matter continues.
“We take this opportunity to reiterate the call for non-serving members of the Armed Forces to desist from wearing Military paraphernalia including clothes, trousers, bags etc. The Gambia Armed Forces has on several occasions issued statements warning people to desist from selling, buying and or wearing military or military-like kits, materials and equipment. Anyone found wanting would be dealt with accordingly.
“For Mr. Ebrima Sonko, he will be investigated and prosecuted for the drug related offense. Subsequently, he will be handed over to The Gambia Armed Forces for appropriate actions.”
