A State Guard soldier has died in a tragic road accident that left three other soldiers battling for life.

Their motorcade is known to have somersaulted after colliding with a travelling commercial vehicle in Upper River Region. They are among guards of President Barrow’s compound in Mankamang Kunda.

 “The soldiers were travelling on a mission on board their vehicle SG00060 when it collided with another commercial vehicle and subsequently somersaulted between Bakadaji and Sareh Sambel in the Upper River Region.

“The accident led to the death of a Corporal and left 3 other soldiers injured and are admitted at the Basse Medical Facility. While we pray that Almighty Allah grants the deceased eternal peace, we also wish to pray for the speedy recovery of those injured,” Gambia Armed Forces said.

Reporting by Adama Makasuba