The Gambia Police Force have launched a nationwide manhunt for the suspected killer of Buba Jammeh, a community activist and former fire fighter.

Jammeh was killed on Saturday during a violent communal clash between residents of Gunjur and Berending in the Kombo South area.

Police spokesman, assistant superintendent Lamin Njie said in a statement that homicide detectives were searching for the suspect and appealed to the public for help. He advised that the suspect should not be approached as he is armed and dangerous.

 “The Office of the Inspector General of police, wishes to inform the general public that on Saturday 16th March 2019, a communal land dispute erupted between the villages of Gunjur and Berending which resulted in the death of Buba Jammeh and four others were injured.

“Buba Drammeh the suspected assailant is currently at large and the cooperation of the general public is solicited in providing any useful information regarding his whereabouts.

“The suspect Buba Drammeh is a young man, approximately six feet tall with a medium build. He is dark in complexion and has moustache. He looks young, perhaps between 30 and 35 years of age.

“The Office of the Inspector General of Police implores the people of Gunjur and Berending to exercise calm and restraint while thorough investigations are conducted. The cooperation of the general public is highly solicited.”