In a recent press conference, Senegal's public prosecutor, Ibrahim Ndoye, clarified that the tragic death of Abdoulaye Ba, a 21-year-old student from Cheikh Anta Diop University in Dakar, is not attributed to police violence. Ba died during a police intervention on campus on February 9, with Ndoye asserting that the injuries found on Ba's body stem from a fall from the fourth floor of his student residence rather than any actions by law enforcement.

Ndoye emphasized that the investigation revealed no direct links to police misconduct despite the student's untimely death coinciding with a police operation. The prosecutor's comments come a little over a week after the incident, which has raised public concerns and scrutiny regarding police conduct and the safety of students on campus. This announcement could ease tensions among the students and their families, who were calling for accountability and justice.

This situation reflects broader issues of police conduct in Senegal, especially during times of student protests or unrest. With ongoing debates about police reform and accountability in the country, the public’s reaction to this case may play a significant role in shaping future policies and ensuring a safer environment for students across Senegalese universities.