AYV News, August 27, 2024
The women of Sierra Leone have made a call to the Sierra Leone Police for a speedy conclusion of their investigations on the death of the late Sia Fatmata Kamara, former Communications Executive at the Freetown City Council (FCC), who was allegedly killed by her boyfriend.
Socio-Political Activist and former Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, Dr. Sylvia Olayinka Blyden wrote on her Facebook saying: “This is a short note to say we’re running out of patience as the public await briefing by you about our Sia”.
In a recent statement, the Police assured that they are almost closing in on their investigations and will soon come out with a comprehensive report.
Sia’s tragic death has been widely condemned by the public and rights groups who are calling for a speedy investigations of the matter after a postmortem examination showed that she had broken ribs and a damaged spinal cord.
In a video message, First Lady of Sierra Leone, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio vowed to ensure that justice is meted for Late Sia, whiles acknowledging the numerous messages she has received from concerned citizens urging her to intervene in the case to ensure Sia’s family receives justice.
She expressed her commitment to thoroughly reviewing the case’s documents, emphasising her desire to learn the truth about Sia’s death.
Dr. Fatima Bio said: “I have taken the time to follow up on the matter and gather various documents related to her death”, while urging the family of the deceased to be patient and the public to avoid jumping to conclusions. We must give the authorities the space they require to carry out their work and reach their conclusions.”
She reaffirmed her commitment to staying involved with the ongoing investigation and advocating for justice for Sia Kamara, whom she described tragic incident has not only captured the nation’s attention, but it has also raised serious concerns about domestic violence.
Reports indicated that the autopsy results for Sia show that seven of her ribs were reportedly broken and her spinal cord was damaged.
In Sierra Leone, over 60% of women aged 15-49 have endured physical or sexual violence, and 50% of married women have faced abuse from a partner according to United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).