# Criminal investigations into fatal attacks in Guinea

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/criminal-investigations-into-fatal-attacks-in-guinea
> Updated: 2026-09-09T13:26:44.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Separate criminal investigations have been launched in Guinea following the fatal deaths of two women.

In Maferinyah, authorities are investigating the death of Mariame Sylla, whose body was found under a bridge with multiple injuries. Sylla had traveled from Conakry to Maferinyah after being told by her fiancé, Moussa Condé, that he had secured employment for her at a port. Condé, a soldier, has been detained and questioned by investigators.

In the Mandiana prefecture, an investigation is underway regarding the fatal stabbing of Sogbé Diallo in Kantoumanina. Her family reports that the attack was an ambush by her former fiancé, following the cancellation of their marriage plans. The suspect fled the scene after attacking the victim and her sisters, and authorities are currently attempting to locate him.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: Mandiana: Woman fatally stabbed by former fiancé

A woman named Sogbé Diallo was fatally stabbed in Mandiana, Guinea, in an alleged ambush by her former fiancé.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mandiana-woman-fatally-stabbed-by-former-fianc

### 2026-08-13: Investigation launched into death of Mariame Sylla in Maferinyah

Authorities in Guinea are investigating the death of Mariame Sylla, whose body was found under a bridge in Maferinyah. Her fiancé, a soldier, has been detained for questioning.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/investigation-launched-into-death-of-mariame-sylla-in-maferinyah

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