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The Sierra Leone Police have apprehended nine individuals suspected of involvement in a series of armed robberies and thefts in Bo City.
The arrests were carried out on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, during a coordinated operation led by the police’s Regional Command South.
According to law enforcement sources, the operation was the result of weeks of investigation and surveillance in response to a recent surge in criminal activity across several neighborhoods in the city. The suspects taken into custody are Alfred Brima, Anthony Tucker, Prince Jackowa, George Conteh, Musa Kpukumu, Sheriff Yainibay, James Williams, Abdul Rahman Sesay, and Mohamed Jalloh.
Seven of the arrested individuals have been charged with robbery with aggravation, while the remaining two face charges of larceny. Police report that the group is believed to be connected to multiple high-profile robbery cases that had caused concern among residents in Bo.
Assistant Inspector General (AIG) Brima Kanneh, the Regional Police Commander South, confirmed the arrests during a press briefing. He commended his officers for their vigilance and expressed appreciation to members of the public who provided vital intelligence that supported the operation.
“We are committed to protecting lives and property,” AIG Kanneh stated. “Our operations will continue with the same determination. No criminal will go unchecked in Bo or anywhere in the Southern Region.”
The arrests have been welcomed by residents and community leaders, many of whom had raised concerns about the rising number of violent incidents in the area, particularly during nighttime hours. In response, the police have increased night patrols and enhanced collaboration with community safety volunteers to ensure continued security.
Local civil society organizations and traditional leaders have also praised the police effort, describing it as a necessary and timely intervention to address growing public fears.
AIG Kanneh called on the judiciary to proceed diligently with the legal process to ensure justice is served. “We’ve done our part. Now the court system must take its course. The people of Bo deserve justice and peace,” he said.
This development is part of a broader law enforcement strategy to combat organized crime and rebuild public trust in the police service across the Southern Region.
