Freetown, December 4, 2025 – Traffic flow through Cline Town has been restored after a large‑scale decongestion operation led by Inspector General of Police (IGP) William Fayia Sellu and Road Safety Authority (RSA) Executive Director James Bio.
The joint exercise, carried out along Jenneh Wright Road, Ross Road and Fourah Bay Road, targeted stationary and abandoned vehicles that had for months clogged the busy corridors. The operation was part of the police’s mandate to provide operational support to Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).
For commuters and transport operators, the intervention could not have come sooner. The affected routes had become notorious for gridlock, with disused trailers and container trucks destined for the Quay reducing travel times to a crawl. Journeys that should have taken five to ten minutes often stretched into hours, leaving motorists, passengers and residents frustrated.
Pedestrians said the congestion forced commercial vehicles to stop midway on trips to and from the far east of Freetown and Waterloo, worsening transport difficulties and inflating fares. With the clearance now complete, commuters report that long walks after work have been reduced and double or triple fare charges are expected to ease.
Residents and road users have welcomed the initiative, describing it as timely and impactful. Many expressed hope that strict regulation will be maintained to prevent abandoned vehicles from returning to the routes.
Authorities say the operation reflects a broader commitment to improving mobility and reducing stress for the commuting public, while ensuring that Freetown’s key transport arteries remain open and accessible.
