From The Rio Times · Samuel Ncube · · 1m 30s
Senegal Jeweler Found Dead in Zac Mbao Shop
Senegal jeweler Mouhamadou Khabane Guèye found dead in shop after alleged robbery.
In brief
Senegal jeweler Mouhamadou Khabane Guèye found dead in shop after alleged robbery. Senegal jeweler Mouhamadou Khabane Guèye died in his Zac Mbao shop on Saturday 17 October 2026 after armed robbers allegedly took gold and cash. Originally reported by The Rio Times.
Who was found dead
Mouhamadou Khabane Guèye, a 55-year-old jeweler originally from Mbacké, was found dead in his shop in Zac Mbao, Rufisque area, Dakar region, Senegal.
When and where found
His body was discovered in his jewelry shop on Saturday 17 October 2026 at about 9:28 pm in Zac Mbao, Rufisque area, Dakar region, Senegal.
Cause of death unclear
Local outlets differ on the cause of death and what was taken; police report a deep wound on the left side of the head and bruises on the left forearm and right thigh.
Robbery details
Dakarposte reports armed robbers took a large quantity of gold and cash, while SENTV says they took the shop’s entire gold stock.
Shop security compromised
Police found the electrical breaker cut and surveillance cameras removed, but recovered the central recording unit.
No arrests reported
As of 18 October 2026, no arrests had been made and the cause of death awaits forensic examination.
Travel advice for US
US travelers should check current official travel advice as this is a single criminal case with no wider threat to visitors.
What is not known
The motive, number of people involved, and identity of anyone responsible remain unknown as of 18 October 2026.
What matters most
Senegal jeweler Mouhamadou Khabane Guèye died in his Zac Mbao shop on Saturday 17 October 2026 after armed robbers allegedly took gold and cash.
