Office of the Medical Examiner

OFFICE OF THE MEDICAL EXAMINER
MINISTRY OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS
REPUBLIC OF SIERRA LEONE

DISASTER VICTIMS IDENTIFICATION - DVI DIRECTORATE
PUBLIC ALERT: FATAL FLOOD-RELATED INCIDENT - GODERICH, FREETOWN

Date: 3rd August, 2026

The Office of the Medical Examiner - OME, Ministry of Internal Affairs, through its Disaster Victims Identification - DVI Directorate, regrets to announce a fatal disaster that occurred on Monday 3rd August, 2026 at First Grave Garden, Kailahun Court Barry, Metchem, Goderich, Freetown.

Incident Summary
Following hours of heavy rainfall, severe flooding triggered the collapse of a cement structure/fence onto a nearby dwelling. The incident tragically resulted in the loss of three lives.

Details of Confirmed Deceased
1. Namina Bangura - 65 years, Female
2. Satuma Koroma - 20 years, Female
3. Anita Kanu - 7 years, Female

All victims resided at First Grave Garden, Kailahun Court Barry, Metchem, Goderich, Freetown.

Current Status and Response
The remains of the deceased have been conveyed to the 34 Military Hospital Mortuary - Wilberforce, and are in the custody of OME. Medico-legal post-mortem examinations will be conducted to establish the official cause of death and to complete all statutory procedures.

The DVI Directorate is actively coordinating with the relevant emergency and humanitarian response institutions to ensure the timely recovery, dignified identification, documentation, and management of the deceased in line with national disaster protocols.

OME Message to the Public
The Office of the Medical Examiner extends its deepest condolences to the bereaved families and the affected community during this period of grief.

In light of the ongoing rainy season, the public is strongly urged to:
1. Exercise extreme caution during heavy rainfall.
2. Evacuate low-lying and structurally vulnerable areas.
3. Report any buildings or structures at risk of collapse to local authorities and emergency service

Ministry of Internal Affairs-Sierra Leone The Ministry of Information and Civic Education Truth Media Office of the Medical Examiner Judiciary of Sierra Leone Radio Democracy 98.1 FM UK in Sierra Leone U.S. Embassy Freetown, Sierra Leone First Lady Fatima Maada Bio United Nations Development Programme - UNDP National Fire Force, Sierra Leone Sierra Leone Police Directorate of Communications Office of the President -Sierra Leone National Disaster Management Agency - Sierra Leone

Happy Birthday Dr. Simeon Owizz Koroma-Chief Medical Examiner

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NATIONAL DRUG LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY IN COLLABORATION WITH THE MINISTRY OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS

THEME: COMMEMORATES THE UNITED NATIONS DAY AGAINST DRUG ABUSE AND ILLICIT TRAFFICKING (WORLD DRUG DAY)

An invitation was extended to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to attend the occasion. The occasion was attended by the Honourable Minister of Internal Affairs, the Deputy Minister of Health, participants from the National Public Health Agency, the Police, and many others.

Innovative ideas and challenges in the fight against drug abuse and illicit trafficking were discussed.

PUBLIC NOTICE

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF MEDICAL EXAMINER
MINISTRY OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS
REPUBLIC OF SIERRA LEONE

UNIDENTIFIED MALE CO**SE

The Directorate of disaster victims (DVI) office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) Ministry of Internal Affairs, wish to inform the general public there is body of an unidentified male adult was received following a fatal road traffic accident that occurred in Allen Town area.

The deceased is Currently being Preserved at the Rokupa Government Hospital Mortuary Pending Identification and the notification of his next of kin.

Members of the general public who may have information regarding the identity of the deceased or who have a missing male relative matching this description, are kindly requested to contact the Directorate Immediately through the following telephone numbers

+232 75 526 868
+232 88 887 410

Your Cooperation is essential in helping to identify the deceased and facilitate the lawful release of the body to the rightful family for a dignified burial.

Promoting professional Scientific, and Dignified Disaster Victim Identification and Medico- Legal Services.

Ibrahim Sheriff
Communication officer
Office of the Chief Medical Examiner
Ministry of Internal Affairs
Republic of Sierra Leone

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*PUBLIC NOTICE*

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF MEDICAL EXAMINER (OCME)
MINISTRY OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS
REPUBLIC OF SIERRA LEONE

*ASSETS DECLARATION TRAINING FOR OCME STAFF CONDUCTED BY THE ANTI-CORRUPTION COMMISSION*

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) wishes to inform the general public that on *Wednesday, 17th June 2026*, the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) conducted a comprehensive online training on Assets Declaration for staff of the OCME.

The training which took place at 14 Gloucester Street, targeted all staff from Grade 7 and above and was delivered virtually through the ACC’s online Assets Declaration platform. It focused on enhancing understanding of the legal requirements, procedures, and ethical obligations under the *Anti-Corruption Act No. 12 of 2008 (as amended)*, as well as a step-by-step guidance on completing declarations using the new digital system.

This initiative reinforces OCME’s commitment to transparency, integrity, and compliance with the national anti-corruption standards as part of its mandate under the Medical Examiners Act No. 4 of 2021.

*Ibrahim Sheriff*
Communications Officer
Office of the Chief Medical Examiner
Ministry of Internal Affairs
Republic of Sierra Leone

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