By Ismaila Sonko
The police in Brusubi are investigating a suspected murder reported in Brufut Heights on Monday, 10 March 2025.
The deceased, identified as Reuben Andrews, a 63-year-old Gambian and retired banker, was found motionless and tied with a rope in his bedroom following a report by his wife.
According to the police, the preliminary investigations established evidence of forced entry and theft of valuables, including laptops, phones, and cash amounting to $7,000, £2,000, and between D9,000 – D10,000.
The report indicated that a ladder and a cutlass were recovered at the scene. Upon close scrutiny, a footage confirmed the presence of the watchman and maid earlier that day.
However, the report said the duo are currently at large and believed to be on the run. Facts further established that both are Sierra Leonean nationals.
The report has mentioned that the Crime Scene Investigators (CSI) were at the scene to gather forensic evidence to support the ongoing investigation.
The police report added that the victim was evacuated to Ndemban Clinic, where he was confirmed dead before being transferred to the EFSTH Mortuary for further examination, while the investigations are ongoing, and the public is urged to report any information that may be helpful to the nearest police station.
Meanwhile, the maid employed at Ruben Andrews’ residence has been apprehended and is currently in police custody,
The 63-year-old retired banker was found “motionless” by his wife upon returning home on Monday, a police statement said on Tuesday.
The sources said that Andrew appeared to have been “strangled to death.”
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr. Andrews are ongoing as police work to uncover further details.
