Police in Banjul have arrested a man in connection with the death of Isatou Elizabeth Mendy, 34, following an alleged assault at Oxford Junction.

The incident reportedly occurred at around 10pm on Monday, during an altercation in the area.

According to preliminary police information, Mendy was allegedly assaulted during the confrontation before she collapsed.

She was rushed to the Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital in Banjul, where she was pronounced dead on arrival.

Following the incident, police launched efforts to locate and apprehend the suspect believed to be involved in the alleged assault.

The suspect, identified as Ousman Kone, was subsequently arrested by the Joint Security Night Patrol Team at Arch 22 in Banjul.

Kone is currently in police custody and is assisting investigators as they work to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and the events that preceded Mendy’s death.

Police have not yet disclosed further details about the nature of the alleged assault or the circumstances leading to the altercation, saying investigations are still ongoing.

The authorities said further information will be communicated to the public as appropriate as the investigation progresses.

The incident comes amid continued concern over violent altercations in communities, with police investigations expected to establish the facts surrounding Mendy’s death.

By Adama Makasuba