Yahya Jagana: 15 people including minor face up to life in prison

By Lamin Njie

Fifteen people have appeared before the Brikama Magistrates Court and charged with conspiracy to commit felony and attempted murder.

Last week, an angry mob sparked outrage after it was seen in videos savagely beating Yahya Jagana, a 50-year-old farmer.

Mr was returning to his house on Thursday when natives of Busumbala allegedly descended on him after word went around that he was a child kidnapper. The Tabokoto resident had in his car six children.

On Monday, 15 people were dragged to court and charged with various offences that include attempted murder.

Prosecutors have asked the Brikama Magistrates Court to transfer the case to the high court in Banjul. They face up to life in prison.