The decision has been made for Pape Cheikh Diallo, Djiby Dramé, and their co-defendants. In accordance with the requisitions of the public prosecutor near the Pikine-Guédiawaye High Court, the investigating judge of the first chamber ordered their placement under a detention mandate.

None of the accused escaped incarceration. Charged with conspiracy, endangerment of others’ lives, voluntary transmission of HIV/AIDS, and money laundering — a qualification added by prosecutor Saliou Dicko — the individuals appeared before the investigating magistrate in an atmosphere described as particularly heavy. According to reported elements, the moment was difficult for the accused.

Following the notification of the offenses and the decision for detention, all broke down in tears. The scene unfolded as the judge officially informed them of their incarceration. Pape Cheikh Diallo, a television host, along with his co-defendants, spent their first night in prison yesterday. Despite the seriousness of the charges against them, they remain presumed innocent until a final decision is made. The judicial investigation now continues under the direction of the investigating magistrate, who will have to establish responsibilities at the end of the inquiry.