The recent death of Abdoulaye Ba, a student at the University Cheikh Anta Diop of Dakar (UCAD), has sparked controversy following the prosecutor's claims about the circumstances surrounding his demise. According to the prosecutor, Ba died after jumping out of a window in an attempt to escape a fire from a neighboring room, dismissing suggestions that his death was a result of police violence during their intervention on campus. This assertion has been met with doubt and skepticism from both Ba's family and student representatives, who believe that the details surrounding his death are not consistent with their understanding of the event.

The incident took place on February 9 when police reportedly intervened on the university campus, raising concerns over the use of force in managing the situation. The prosecutor’s timeline, released hours after the tragedy, has led to public unrest, prompting calls for an independent investigation to verify the truth about what happened that led to Ba's tragic end. The variation in narratives has hindered the establishment of a clear understanding of events and has fueled tensions between the student body and law enforcement.

This case highlights deep-rooted issues regarding police conduct in Senegalese universities and raises questions about student safety and the accountability of law enforcement. As protests loom and demands for transparency increase, the outcome of this investigation will be pivotal in shaping the relationship between students, the university, and police authorities, as well as the broader discourse on human rights and police practices in the region.