BANJUL, The Gambia — The Gambia’s Department of Immigration has intercepted 11 people attempting irregular migration at Batokunku, according to a report published on September 28.

The interception took place on Friday, the report said, as immigration authorities continued efforts to monitor irregular migration routes and enforce border controls. The brief report did not disclose the identities or nationalities of those intercepted, nor did it provide details about their intended destination.

The incident puts attention on migration enforcement along The Gambia’s coastline. Further information from the authorities would be needed to clarify the circumstances of the interception and any follow-up procedures.