Fuel Station Pump Attendant Shot Dead in Makeni

Anthony Kargbo, a pump attendant at the S.S. Lodge Fuel Station in Makeni City, was shot and killed on Monday night, 12 January 2026, in a shocking incident that has left residents in disbelief.

According to reports, Kargbo sustained fatal gunshot wounds on the premises of the fuel station, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet released an official statement detailing the circumstances of the shooting.

Residents of Makeni expressed shock and confusion over the attack, questioning how such a violent incident could occur at a public fuel station and who might be responsible. Details regarding the motive behind the shooting and the identity of the assailant(s) remain unclear.

Police have indicated that a full investigation will be launched to determine the events leading up to the shooting and to bring those responsible to justice.

The tragic loss has deeply affected the local community, with residents mourning Kargbo’s death and calling for heightened security measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.