Specialised Units

The Gambia Police Force maintains a number of highly trained specialised units equipped to handle specific law enforcement challenges that require advanced skills, dedicated resources, and specialist knowledge.

Child Welfare Unit (CWU)

The Child Welfare Unit is dedicated to the protection of children from abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and neglect. Trained officers work with social workers, NGOs, and international partners to investigate child-related offences and ensure the wellbeing of vulnerable minors throughout The Gambia.

Contact: Tel: +220 422 0010 | childwelfare@gpf.gm

Counter-Terrorism Unit

The Counter-Terrorism Unit works to prevent, detect, and respond to terrorist threats in The Gambia. Officers receive specialised training in threat assessment, surveillance, and crisis response. The unit collaborates with regional and international counterterrorism agencies to safeguard national security.

Anti-Drug Unit

Operating in coordination with the National Drug Enforcement Agency (NDEA), the Anti-Drug Unit targets the trafficking, distribution, and abuse of controlled substances. Officers conduct undercover operations, raids, and community awareness campaigns to combat the drug menace at all levels.

Cyber Crime Unit

The Cyber Crime Unit investigates offences committed in cyberspace including online fraud, identity theft, cyberbullying, hacking, and the distribution of illegal content. Officers are trained in digital forensics and work with international partners to trace and prosecute cyber criminals.

Report Cybercrime: cybercrime@gpf.gm | +220 422 0020

Forensic Science Unit

The Forensic Science Unit provides scientific support to criminal investigations. Services include crime scene examination, fingerprint analysis, DNA profiling, ballistics, and digital evidence processing. The unit operates in accordance with internationally accepted forensic standards to ensure evidence integrity.

Police Marine Unit

Given The Gambia’s unique geography as a riverine nation, the Marine Unit patrols the River Gambia and its tributaries, securing waterways against criminal activity, piracy, illegal fishing, and cross-border smuggling. The unit works closely with the Gambia Navy and Maritime Administration.

Special Intervention Unit (SIU)

The Special Intervention Unit is the tactical response force of the GPF, trained to handle high-risk operations including hostage situations, armed confrontations, and public order emergencies. SIU officers undergo rigorous physical and tactical training and are equipped with specialised tools and equipment.

Canine (K9) Unit

The Canine Unit deploys trained police dogs to assist in search-and-rescue operations, narcotics detection, explosive detection, tracking suspects, and crowd control. K9 handlers and their animals form highly effective partnerships that significantly enhance law enforcement capabilities.