Freetown, Sierra Leone – A tragic scene unfolded at Aberdeen Beach after the lifeless body of a young boy was discovered along the shoreline on Thursday morning.
According to reports, the boy is believed to have drowned during a swimming session. His body, clad only in underwear, was found lying motionless on the sand, sparking grief and concern among beachgoers and local residents.
Images circulating on social media show the boy’s body as it was found, prompting an outpouring of sympathy and a wave of calls for action.
Community members have urged the Sierra Leone Police to retrieve the body and launch an investigation to determine the circumstances of the incident and locate the boy’s family.
This marks the second such discovery in just two days. On Wednesday, residents of the Jui community were shaken after a body was spotted floating near the riverbank by the Jui Bridge. Eyewitnesses say the sight of the body drifting close to the shore caused panic, leading locals to alert authorities immediately.
In both cases, residents have appealed to law enforcement and relevant agencies for a swift response, calling for urgent investigations to prevent further tragedies and bring clarity to the incidents.
As of now, officials have yet to release the identities of the deceased or provide further details surrounding the causes of death.
The public continues to await an official statement as concern grows over these alarming developments.
