On 10 Aug 00, at 14:48, adama jombel wrote:

> Glers,
>
> The owner and proprietor of Radio One FM,George Christensen escaped with
> substantial burns to his face and body when his radio station was attacked
> this morning by unidentified thugs.Between 3.00 and 3.30am today 8/10/2000
> close to ten unidentified men armed with teargas and
> petrol(gasoline)surrounded the studios of Radio One FM on Kairaba Avenue in
> an attempt to burn the station down. The gallant watch man raised an alarm
> and wrestled the thugs.The lights were smashed and teargas was used to blind
> the eyes of the occupants,after which the station was set on fire.
> The latest reports indicate that the rest of the staff on duty, including
> the DJ escaped unharmed. George Christensen is currently at a medical
> facility receiving treatment for burns he suffered as a result of this
> henious act.
> This is the situation as it stands now. May God save our country.
> Thanks,
> Dagmar
>

Dagmar,
Thanks for this information. I am really shocked about the present trend of
terrorism that is happening in our country and will be surprised if these thugs
end up being arrested. This act has the fingerprint of those who murdered Koro
Ceesay and gave orders to shoot more than 14 students in cold blood.

I join the other list members in wishing George and his staff a speedy recovery
and may god save our country.

regards,
Momodou Camara
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