By By: The People News
Monrovia, Liberia — Deputy Commissioner of Police Cecelia G. Clarke on Friday released the latest national security updates on this week’s edition of the Police Report on ELBC Radio 99.9 FM. The weekly briefing, produced by the Press and Public Affairs Division of the Liberia National Police, highlighted major crimes, arrests, and investigations across the country.
Grand Gedeh – Homicide
Police in Barteljam Gold Camp looked into the death of Emmanuel Gaye, known as “Old School,” whose body was found in a drainage on November 19. A 15-member coroner jury reported no foul play. The body has been turned over to the family.
Grand Gedeh – Counterfeiting
In Zwedru City, authorities arrested Nigerian national Chijioke Ngwu for circulating LD 1.2 million in counterfeit currency. He was apprehended at Choice Pharmacy while attempting a mobile transaction and remains in detention awaiting court proceedings.
Grand Gedeh – Human Trafficking
A major trafficking incident has sent 29-year-old Nigerian national Esther Asuquo to court. She reportedly trafficked six juveniles through Ivory Coast into Liberia and forced them into prostitution in Zwedru City. Victims told investigators they were required to generate LD 7,000 daily under threats of violence. Asuquo has been remanded at Zwedru Central Prison, while the victims have been placed in safe homes.
Margibi – Sexual Abuse
Police in Unification Town arrested 17-year-old Daniel King for sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl on November 16. The victim is receiving care at CH Rennie Hospital, and the suspect is detained pending court action.
Montserrado – Armed Robbery
In the 72nd community, 32-year-old Abraham Sannoh was sent to court after allegedly attacking Monbo Dapaye and stealing his tricycle on November 2. He is now at the Monrovia Central Prison awaiting trial.
Montserrado – Aggravated Assault and Theft
Police charged suspect Robert Nagbe, known as Raul, for attacking victim Rami Hamed on Broad Street on November 6. Armed with cutlasses, the attackers chopped the victim’s right hand and took his iPhone 14 Pro Max. Nagbe has been remanded at the Monrovia Central Prison, while accomplices Risky, Paul, and others remain at large but charged in absentia.
Montserrado – Arson and Criminal Mischief
In Sinkor, 27-year-old Cyrus Miller has been charged for setting fire to the warehouse of the International Aluminum Factory on November 10 after being denied a salary advance. He also destroyed his manager’s laptop before igniting the fire. He has been forwarded for prosecution.
QNET Travel Scam Warning
The LNP has issued a strong warning about rising fraudulent schemes linked to QNET. These scams often appear as overseas travel or job opportunities, causing victims to pay large sums for nonexistent offers, sometimes resulting in abandonment or trafficking. The police urge citizens to verify all opportunities with the Ministry of Labor, Liberia Immigration Service, or the LNP.
Safety Tips
Traffic safety reminders included wearing seatbelts, observing speed limits, avoiding phone use while driving, using pedestrian crossings, and avoiding drunk driving.
Community safety tips highlighted reporting suspicious behavior, locking homes at night, walking in groups after dark, keeping emergency contacts on hand, and teaching children how to call for help.
Knife Violence Warning
The LNP also raised concern about rising stabbing incidents nationwide. Carrying or using a knife as a weapon is a crime, the police emphasized, urging citizens to resolve disputes peacefully to avoid the serious consequences associated with violence.
Deputy Commissioner Clarke closed the program by encouraging continued collaboration between the police and the public. The Police Report airs every Friday at 8:30 a.m. on ELBC Radio 99.9 FM.
