Investigation Launched into Death of Former Brigadier General Bora Colley

Bora Colley, a former Brigadier General, died in army custody on March 9, 2025, prompting the Gambian government to initiate an inquest led by the Attorney General. Colley, who returned from exile due to health issues, faced serious accusations from the Truth, Reconciliation, and Reparations Commission. The government remains focused on investigating TRRC-related cases.

The Gambian government is set to investigate the death of former Brigadier General Bora Colley, who died in army custody on March 9, 2025. Colley had faced serious accusations, including torture and murder, related to his actions during the previous regime. The Gambia Armed Forces has confirmed his passing and announced the Attorney General’s formal request for an inquest under the Coroner’s Act to scrutinize the circumstances of his death.

Bora Colley returned to The Gambia on August 9, 2024, after an eight-year self-imposed exile, citing health issues as the reason. His return was influenced by his involvement in the Truth, Reconciliation, and Reparations Commission (TRRC) report, which implicated him in crimes against victims. Following his custody, medical assessments revealed that he required ongoing medical monitoring. Despite the state’s healthcare provisions, Colley ultimately succumbed to his health issues.

The Attorney General is seeking an inquest to determine the cause of Colley’s death while he was under the care of the Armed Forces. The Gambia Armed Forces expresses its condolences to his family during this period. The government is committed to thoroughly investigating and prosecuting cases highlighted by the TRRC’s findings, as detailed in its White Paper.

The government of The Gambia, through the Attorney General, is taking steps to investigate the death of Bora Colley following his return from exile. Despite having ongoing medical monitoring while in custody, Colley died from health complications. An inquest will be conducted to understand the circumstances surrounding his death, emphasizing the government’s commitment to address the issues raised by the TRRC recommendations.

Original Source: thepoint.gm