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Kissy Police Bust Counterfeit Money Syndicate

FORUM NEWS SIERRA LEONE by FORUM NEWS SIERRA LEONE
27 July 2025
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By Hassan Osman Kargbo

In a major breakthrough against organized financial crime, officers from the Kissy Police Division, Monday, July 21, 2025, arrested three suspects in connection with a sophisticated counterfeit currency operation. The suspects were also found in possession of a firearm and live ammunition, raising concerns about the broader implications of the illicit activity.

Acting swiftly on intelligence, police apprehended Abdul Lamin Sesay and Joseph Kabia in the Rokupa area. The duo was found in possession of large volumes of counterfeit currency along with a “blower machine”—a device commonly used to produce fake money. This discovery triggered further investigation and led the officers to another location.

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Following interrogation, the suspects led the police to Red Pump, where a third suspect, Umur B. Kamara, was arrested. At this secondary location, the police uncovered more counterfeit notes, a Glock 22 pistol, and 40 rounds of live ammunition. All three suspects, along with the counterfeit money, firearm, and other evidence, are currently in custody at the Kissy Police Division pending further investigation.

While police have been praised for their swift and effective response, the incident has raised serious alarm across the country. The combination of financial fraud and illegal firearm possession presents not only an economic threat but a national security risk. Experts warn that such activities, if left unchecked, could undermine confidence in the national currency and destabilize local markets.

“Counterfeiting is more than just a financial crime,” one security analyst noted. “It corrodes public trust, disrupts commerce, and can eventually lead to inflation and economic uncertainty.”

The use of a firearm in connection with a counterfeit ring further amplifies the danger. The discovery of a Glock pistol and live bullets indicates the possibility of organized criminal networks operating under the radar, possibly armed and prepared, to resist law enforcement efforts.

Community leaders and citizens alike have voiced concern, urging authorities to pursue the investigation thoroughly and bring all culprits to justice. There is growing fear that the three suspects may be part of a larger syndicate operating in and beyond Freetown.

In response, the Sierra Leone Police have pledged to deepen their investigations and trace every connection in the network. Inspector General of Police, Mr. William Fayia Sellu, in a brief comment, reiterated the force’s commitment to safeguarding national economic integrity and public safety. He also appealed for continued public cooperation and vigilance.

“This is not just a local crime — it’s a national threat. We will not rest until everyone involved is brought to book,” a senior police source stated.

The public is also being urged to report suspicious financial activities and refrain from circulating or accepting questionable currency. Meanwhile, calls are mounting for the Bank of Sierra Leone and security agencies to tighten currency surveillance mechanisms and improve public awareness about counterfeit detection.

As investigations continue, many are hoping this high-profile arrest will serve as a deterrent and a turning point in the fight against economic crimes. The successful operation by the Kissy Division stands as a bold example of proactive policing, but the broader battle to secure Sierra Leone’s financial system has only just begun.

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