Freetown, Sierra Leone – January 9, 2026 – A promising young student from Milton Margai Technical University (MMTU) was brutally killed in the early hours of this morning, leaving residents of the Marjay Town area in deep mourning and authorities scrambling to investigate.
The victim, identified as Salamatu Sesay (also known as Salma Sesay), was discovered lifeless inside an unfinished building at Peter Lane in Marjay Town, a residential neighborhood in the capital.
Sources close to the scene described the circumstances surrounding her death as particularly harrowing, with indications of foul play.
Sesay was a dedicated student at MMTU, one of Sierra Leone’s leading institutions for technical and vocational education, where she was pursuing her studies amid the challenges faced by many young people in the country.
The discovery prompted an immediate response from the Sierra Leone Police, who have since cordoned off the area and launched a full-scale investigation into the circumstances of the killing.
No arrests have been announced at this time, and details about the motive or suspects remain limited as inquiries continue.
The brutal nature of the incident has sent shockwaves through the local community.
Friends and well-wishers have taken to social media to express their sorrow, with many sharing messages of condolence and calling for justice. Tributes have highlighted Sesay’s gentle spirit, kindness, and bright future that was tragically cut short.
The case has once again highlighted ongoing concerns about safety in parts of Freetown, particularly for young women.
