Gambia Police to Discipline Officer Who Sprayed Tear Gas at UTG Students
By Buba Gagigo
The Gambia Police Force has announced that the officer responsible for spraying tear gas at protesting University of The Gambia (UTG) students has been identified and will face disciplinary action.
“The Gambia Police Force acknowledges its involvement in managing the protest at the University of The Gambia on December 2, 2024.
Despite successful negotiations between students and the University Administration, a PIU Officer acted unilaterally by discharging a gas spray, affecting those present. The officer has been identified after a brief internal investigation. Subsequently, PIU management has taken appropriate internal disciplinary measures to deal with the misconduct. The GPF remains committed to upholding the rule of law and maintaining professionalism,” the police said.Several UTG students were affected by the tear gas and received treatment at Kanifing General Hospital.