By: Sainabou Sambou
The State has filed a motion to revoke the bail granted to Ousainou Bojang and his sister, Amie Bojang, just one day after the High Court acquitted and discharged them of serious charges, including murder and terrorism.
Justice Ebrima Jaiteh delivered the landmark judgment on Monday, March 30, 2026, clearing the siblings in connection with the September 12, 2023, fatal shooting of two Police Intervention Unit officers—PC Sang J. Gomez and PC Pateh Jallow—at Sukuta Jabang Traffic Lights. A third officer was seriously injured. The court ruled that the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt, highlighting inconsistencies in identification evidence, a lack of forensic links, and a credible alibi.
Following the acquittal, the High Court granted bail to both accused. Each was required to post D50,000, provide a Gambian surety, deposit a valid National Identity Card with the Principal Registrar, and submit an affidavit of means. The decision sparked immediate concern from the government, which argued that the gravity of the offenses—murder, acts of terrorism, attempted murder, and causing serious injury—posed a significant flight risk.
Today, the State filed a Notice of Appeal with the Court of Appeal. It simultaneously lodged a motion before the High Court seeking to stay the bail order and remand the Bojangs back to Mile 2 Central Prison pending the appeal’s determination. The motion was filed in the absence of the respondents.
Representing the State, Counsel Sisawo Cham argued that the existing bail conditions were insufficient to guarantee Ousainou Bojang’s presence in The Gambia. Cham cited Bojang’s alleged history of evading justice, claiming he fled to Jululung in Senegal on September 13, 2023—less than 24 hours after the shooting—with assistance from his sister Amie, who reportedly helped arrange transport via taxi and motorcycle.
The State’s affidavit emphasizes that the offenses involved the killing of police officers and constitute a serious threat to public safety and national security. It contends that allowing the siblings to remain on bail could render the appeal nugatory. Prosecutors are urging the court to exercise its powers to suspend the bail, impose stricter conditions, or order their immediate remand until the appeal is heard.
The development comes amid heightened public interest and mixed reactions following the dramatic acquittal. Legal analysts note that while the State has the right to appeal, the move to challenge bail so aggressively after a full discharge raises questions about procedural fairness and the balance between justice and public interest.
The Bojang siblings remain in custody at Mile 2 Central Prison as the High Court considers the State’s urgent application.
