The police chief, Momar Jobe, has called for calm following a day of clashes with the police by angry vendors demanding answers for the death of their colleague.

IGP Jobe said in a statement today that:

“Following several acts of vandalism, attacks on the Police and destruction of properties by protesters, the Office of the IGP is renewing its call for calm and restraint.

“Several vehicles of the Police have been damaged, Police officers injured and an Arson attack on the home of the Commander of the Anti Crime Unit. In which incident, his house was vandalized and properties looted.

“In view of the above, the Inspector General’s Office is calling on the public to maintain peace and refrain from gathering around Police Stations, Markets, Area Council premises and Security Installations.

“Personnel of the security services will conduct vigorous patrols and checks in order to ensure safety and security of the public.

“The cooperation of the general public is highly solicited.”

Reporting by Adama Makasuba