Sierra Leone says it is investigating reports that Dutch drug kingpin took refuge in country
Sierra Leone's information ministry said on Sunday it was investigating media reports that European cocaine kingpin Jos Leijdekkers is in the country and benefiting from high-level protection there.Two sources told Reuters on Friday that Leijdekkers,
Wanted Dutch drug-smuggler 'is in Sierra Leone'
Dutch authorities say one of Europe's most-wanted fugitives has been living in Sierra Leone for about six months. Jos Leijdekkers, 33, was sentenced in absentia to 24 years in prison on 25 June last year by a Rotterdam court for smuggling more than seven tonnes of cocaine.
Cocaine Kingpin's Sierra Leone Sanctuary: A Tale of Alleged High-Level Protection
Reports suggest that European cocaine kingpin Jos Leijdekkers is residing in Sierra Leone under high-level protection. The Sierra Leonean government is investigating these claims while affirming its commitment against organized crime.
Sierra Leone president denies knowing wanted Dutch criminal Bolle Jos
President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone says he does not know who Jos Leijdekkers is. The Dutch criminal known as Bolle Jos was tracked down in Sierra Leone after he was spotted in a video recorded by Bio’s wife sitting next to the president’s daughter,
Exclusive-European Cocaine Kingpin Has High Level Protection in Sierra Leone-Sources
NAIROBI/THE HAGUE - One of Europe's most wanted fugitives, convicted cocaine smuggler Jos Leijdekkers, has found refuge and high-level protection in Sierra Leone, according to three sources with direct knowledge of the matter as well as photos and video footage seen by Reuters.
Sierra Leone must face law firm Jenner’s $8 million fee lawsuit
Sierra Leone must face a lawsuit by U.S. law firm Jenner & Block seeking to recover more than $8 million in fees from the ...
It’s hard for women in Sierra Leone to own land – here’s why
Land disputes in Sierra Leone are a complex issue, dating back decades. Weak land tenure systems, rapid urbanisation and ...
Sierra Leone: The West African nation welcoming the world
A new generation of Sierra Leoneans is eager to show visitors that the nation's civil war is long gone and reintroduce one of ...
US Judge Allows $8M Unpaid Legal Fees Lawsuit Against Sierra Leone to Proceed
"By accepting the terms of the Engagement Letter, Sierra Leone impliedly waived its immunity," U.S. District Judge Tanya S.
Suitcases of 'cocaine' found in Sierra Leone embassy vehicle
Sierra Leone has recalled its ambassador from neighbouring Guinea after seven suitcases containing suspected cocaine were ...
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Dutch fugitive Jos Leijdekkers confirmed to be in Sierra Leone
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service (OM) and police have confirmed that Jos Leijdekkers, one of the most wanted fugitives in ...
Sierra Leone Says Investigating Reports That Dutch Drug Kingpin Took Refuge in Country
FREETOWN (Reuters) - Sierra Leone's information ministry said on Sunday it was investigating media reports that European ...
Paranoia keeps Ebola health workers safe: Queensland doctor
A Queensland doctor, who joined a Red Cross effort to help battle west Africa's deadly Ebola outbreak, has spoken of the paranoia gripping health workers in the virus zone.