Young Man Loses Life During Well Cleaning Exercise in Senehun Town, Moyamba District

A heart-wrenching turn of events unfolded as a well-intentioned initiative to clean a disused well at Senehun Town resulted in the loss of a young life, leaving the community in mourning.

The incident, which took place on Sunday, March 31st, 2024, has shocked residents and raised concerns about safety protocols during community projects.

The endeavor to address water scarcity challenges in Senehun Town was spearheaded by Mr. Bobor James Gebbeh, who recognized the dire need for access to clean water, particularly during dry periods. Working in collaboration with the town’s youth chairperson, Mr. Gebbeh orchestrated the well cleaning operation in hopes of benefiting the entire community.

Tragically, the operation took a devastating turn when two apprentices, Abdul Hassan and Bundu, descended into the well under the supervision of contractor Abu Bakarr Kamara. While inside the well, they were overcome by smoke emitted from the generator being used for the cleaning process, leading to their collapse.

Displaying immense courage, Abu Bakarr Kamara descended into the well to render aid to the stricken individuals. Despite managing to reach Abdul Hassan and Bundu and provide assistance, a fatal accident occurred during his own extraction from the well. Abu Bakarr Kamara tragically slipped from the rope and fell back into the well, succumbing to his injuries upon impact.

The incident prompted an immediate response from authorities, with the Taiama police station launching an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident. Meanwhile, the community came together to mourn the loss of Abu Bakarr Kamara, a dedicated individual whose life was cut short while striving to improve the well-being of others.

As the community reels from the tragedy, thoughts and prayers are with Abdul Hassan and Bundu as they continue to fight for recovery. Both individuals have been admitted to the community health center in Senehun, where they are receiving medical treatment under the attentive care of healthcare professionals.

The events of March 31st serve as a sobering reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety measures during community projects and the need for comprehensive training to prevent such devastating accidents in the future.