Six Arrested in Connection with Reverend Father’s Killing and Attack on NASSIT Official

September 12, 2025

The Sierra Leone Police have made significant progress in tackling violent crime following a series of armed robberies in Bo and Kenema. These incidents claimed the life of Reverend Father Augustine Dauda Amadu in Kenema and left John Lamina, Regional Manager of NASSIT, critically injured in Bo.

During a press briefing, officials confirmed that six suspects are now in custody. Those arrested include:

Gbassay Swarray (alias Success), previously linked to a murder case in Moyamba.

Joseph Kamagy Kamara (alias Shine).

Martin Sallu, an ex-convict.

Joseph Bangalie (alias Boika), also a repeat offender.

Foday Sallu.

Foday Hassan Sesay, who was found in possession of one of the victim’s stolen items.

Police say the operation also led to the recovery of firearms and housebreaking tools believed to have been used in the robberies.

In a separate incident, security officials at Lungi International Airport arrested a Sierra Leonean national for possessing illegal substances.

Authorities have launched a manhunt for other suspects who remain at large and are urging the public to continue sharing information that could help maintain safety across the country.