Police mount investigation

A suspected drug laboratory has been uncovered in Waterloo following the arrest of Umar Mansaray, who was intercepted with illegal drugs and chemical substances at the Fallah checkpoint in Bo on 14 July 2025.

According to the Head of TOCU, CSP Mohamed Kugba Allieu, Mansaray was transferred to the Transnational Organized Crime Unit (TOCU) in Freetown for further investigation. Acting on intelligence obtained during questioning, the Head of TOCU, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Mohamed Kugba Allieu, led a sting operation at the suspect’s residence in Waterloo.

During the operation, police officers discovered laboratory equipment and chemicals believed to be used for the production of narcotic substances. In addition, four passports were found in Mansaray’s possession—three Sierra Leonean passports and one Uruguayan passport —all bearing different surnames.

CSP Allieu confirmed that investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of the suspect’s activities and possible international connections.

This development underscores the Sierra Leone Police’s ongoing efforts to combat organized crime and drug trafficking across the country.

The suspect and all recovered exhibits remain in police custody pending further investigations.

SLP Media Team