Rita Odafe
Aja Majula Hydara
On Friday, June 21, 2024, Aja lost her life at Dune Night Club in Palma Rima.
The incident led to severe reactions in Hydara prompting her immediate transfer to a hospital where she later succumbed on Saturday.
The police have detained a friend of the deceased to aid in the probe.
“The Kotu Police are investigating the death of 26-year-old Aja Majula Hydara from Latrikunda German, following an incident at Dune Night Club in Palma Rima on Friday, June 21, 2024,” as stated by the authorities.
“Preliminary investigations indicate that Hydara experienced severe reactions after consuming an alleged drug and was rushed to Kanifing General Hospital, where she subsequently died.
“The police have arrested 23-year-old Titi Camara from Latrikunda German, who is currently in custody assisting with the investigation.”
The police further revealed two other tragic incidents related to drug consumption.
“Similarly, Banjul Police are investigating the sudden death of 20-year-old Alhagie Darboe from Banjul and Barra Police are looking into the passing of 26-year-old Bubacarr Sarr from Barra due to drug-related causes.
Authorities urge public support in the battle against drug abuse and trafficking for a safer community.
A source shared heartbreaking details of the incident, emphasizing the necessity of fighting against such occurrences.
“I couldn’t hold back my tears over this one. She was a good friend of mine, very down-to-earth and hardworking. She was partying with her friends when someone put something in her drink. She died on Saturday morning at Kanifing General Hospital.”
