BREAKING a Catholic Priest Dies During Attack and Robbery in his Church Residence - RIP Fr. Augustine
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A beloved Catholic priest named Rev. Fr. Augustine Amadu of Immaculate Conception Parish in Kenema Sierra Leone, West Africa, was brutally killed by armed robbers at night at his church residence in the Burma 3 community. According to police reports, the incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, 30 August 2025, at the priest’s residence
In a deadly attack that has sent shockwaves through the country, Reverend Father Augustine Amadu of the Immaculate Conception Parish was killed by armed robbers last night inside his church residence in the Burma 3 community.
The beloved priest was attacked in a place meant to be a sanctuary. The community expressed utter devastation and anger over this senseless violence.
Outraged citizens are now directly calling on the government of His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio to take immediate action, demanding an end to the terrifying wave of armed robberies sweeping the region.
According to reports some are alleging the murder is not a random act of crime but a deliberate, politically motivated attack designed to turn public opinion against the current government.
This tragic loss has left a community in mourning and a nation demanding answers and justice. Online posts noted prayers are with the family, parishioners, and the entire Catholic community during this difficult time.
This heartbreaking incident has left parishioners, the Kenema community, and the entire Catholic family in shock and mourning. Fr. Amadu was widely known for his humility, service, and dedication to the church.May he rest in peace.
In the same statement, police referenced a separate operation in Bo on 27 August, during which officers arrested Rodney Massaquoi and his wife, Mamie Jacob. A cache of weapons, uniforms, and other materials was recovered from their residence. They are both in police custody and an investigation is ongoing.
In the same statement, police referenced a separate operation in Bo on 27 August, during which officers arrested Rodney Massaquoi and his wife, Mamie Jacob. A cache of weapons, uniforms, and other materials was recovered from their residence. They are both in police custody and an investigation is ongoing.
Sources: https://www.sierraleonemonitor.com/police-killing-priest-kenema/
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