A 19-year-old girl, identified as Mamata Kamara, was killed on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, after she was struck by a motorcycle rider just a few meters away from her home in Freetown, according to information from Mohamed Kamarainba Mansaray.

The incident occurred on the same day Mamata Kamara was marking her 19th birthday, turning what should have been a moment of celebration into one of deep grief for her family, friends, and the wider community.

The young girl was reportedly hit by a motorcycle while close to her residence. She sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead following the accident.

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Details surrounding the circumstances of the collision, including the speed of the motorcycle and the actions of the rider, were not immediately available at the time of this report.

The incident has been described as shocking and heartbreaking, noting that her sudden death has left many struggling to come to terms with the loss. “Your death has shocked our hearts; it’s so hard to accept,” Mansaray said, reflecting the deep sorrow surrounding the tragedy.

As of Tuesday, there was no official statement from the Sierra Leone Police confirming whether the motorcycle rider has been arrested or if an investigation has been concluded.

She is remembered by those close to her as a young girl whose life was cut short on the very day she turned 19. Family members have expressed prayers for her soul to rest in perfect peace as they mourn her untimely passing.