Air Senegal Removes Dakar-Paris Cabin Crew Amid Suspected Illegal Cargo Scheme

Air Senegal has temporarily removed cabin crew assigned to its Dakar-Paris route amid suspicions that they transported parcels and commercial goods illegally in exchange for money.

The airline is conducting an internal investigation into the allegations. The temporary measure concerns the crew’s assignment to the route and does not establish wrongdoing.

The inquiry centres on the suspected use of passenger flights to carry goods for payment outside lawful procedures. Details of the parcels, the payments allegedly involved and the individuals under investigation were not provided.

The case comes against a backdrop of earlier financial and service difficulties at Air Senegal, adding to the challenges facing the carrier as it examines the suspected activity.

The outcome of the internal investigation, including whether it will lead to disciplinary action, remains unclear.