Principal Magistrate Hadiru Daboh denied bail to twelve accused persons on charges related to the burning of the Kailahun Police Barracks. This decision was made following their appearance in court. Court officials confirmed that the case, heard in the Eastern Province, pertains to the reported arson incident which occurred on June 21, 2026. The allegations against the accused are directly linked to the destruction of the police facility in Kailahun. Principal Magistrate Hadiru Daboh specifically refused bail to all twelve individuals involved in the matter.
Details of Arrest and Court Appearance
The accused persons were arrested on June 30, 2026, at approximately 7:40 p.m. Their first appearance before the court occurred the following day, Tuesday, July 1, 2026. The proceedings marked a significant step in the legal process concerning the alleged arson. The Inspector General of Police formally brought the matter before the court under Case No. C/3 519/26. During these initial proceedings, the plea entered by the accused individuals was not indicated. Additionally, no specific details were disclosed regarding the evidence presented at this preliminary stage of the legal process. This initial hearing laid the groundwork for the subsequent legal actions.
Accused Individuals Identified
The twelve individuals accused in the Kailahun Police Barracks arson case have been identified, with their personal details and occupations being recorded. Among them is 20-year-old student Momoh Musa, who resides at Investor Mosque, Taryor Street, Freetown. James Ndogbo, an 18-year-old trader, hails from Massaquita Section, Kailahun Town. Jeremeh Sesay, a 29-year-old businessman, is from Kenewa Village, Kailahun District.
Karim Boe, a 30-year-old puppeteer, lives in Jimmy Section, Kailahun Town. Another accused is Denis Alpha, a 25-year-old commercial motorbike rider from Belebu Section, Kailahun Town. Momoh Kallon, a 33-year-old tailor, is from Daru Town. Magi Kpulen, a 37-year-old livestock inspector, also resides in Massaquita Section, Kailahun Town.
Alhaji Kallon, a 28-year-old commercial motorbike rider, lists his address as Saka Street, Daru Town. Samuel Yorpo, an 18-year-old motorbike rider, is from Keburang Section, Kailahun Town. Ibrahim Saidu, a 19-year-old motorbike mechanic, is identified as being from Kailahun Town. Momoh Janga, a 21-year-old mason, lives in Dodolor Section, Kailahun Town. Finally, Jesu Baeinba, a 26-year-old commercial motorbike rider, is from Nyaandehun Village, Kailahun District. The diverse backgrounds of the accused highlight the broad impact of the alleged incident within the community.
Legal Proceedings and Next Steps
Principal Magistrate Hadiru Daboh ordered the twelve accused individuals to be remanded in custody following their bail denial. This decision means they will remain in detention until their next court appearance. The court proceedings will continue at a later date, with the matter adjourned for further deliberation before Magistrate Court No. 1 in Kenema. Officials noted that the charge sheet presented in court did not specify the exact charges or particulars of the alleged offense on its front page. This lack of initial detail on the charge sheet may be addressed in subsequent hearings as the case progresses. The remand order shows the seriousness with which the court is treating the allegations of arson against a public facility.
