In preparation for the Gamou 2025 celebrations, the National Police deployed a large-scale security operation in the Thiès region. This large-scale operation, carried out during the night of September 1st to 2nd, demonstrates the mobilization of law enforcement to ensure the safety of pilgrims and the population.

An operation under high supervision

The operation was placed under the direct supervision of Ndiarra Sène, Director of Public Security. This high-level supervision illustrates the importance placed by the authorities on securing these major religious events, which attract thousands of worshippers.

A satisfactory operational balance sheet

The results of this night operation reveal its effectiveness with eloquent figures:

Administrative controls and seizures

- 124 identity documents seized for various irregularities

- 14 vehicles immobilized for non-compliance

- 3 immobilized motorcycles

- 115,000 FCFA collected in various fines

Targeted arrests: 63 people arrested

The distribution of arrests reveals the diversity of the offenses observed:

Identity checks:

- 41 people arrested for identity checks

Public order disturbances:

- 8 people for public drunkenness

- 2 people for drunk driving

Crime:

- 4 people for a meeting flight

Narcotics:

- 2 people for possession and use of drugs

- 2 people for possession and trafficking of Indian hemp

Administrative offenses:

- 3 people for non-registration in the health file

- 1 person for driving without a license

An effective preventive strategy

This operation is part of a preventive approach aimed at:

- Deter criminal activities in the run-up to major religious festivals

- Identify and neutralize disruptive elements

- Reassure the population and future pilgrims about the security measures put in place

- Check the conformity of vehicles and administrative documents

This exceptional mobilization of public security forces, under the enlightened leadership of Divisional Commissioner Ndiarra Sène, confirms the priority given by the Senegalese State to securing major religious events in the country.

More details in this video from the Police Communications Division