In a moment that has restored national faith in human decency, a commercial motorcyclist in Grand Kru County has returned a staggering amount of lost money, over one million Liberian dollars and US$5,000, after finding it unattended along a highway.
Abraham David, a former ambulance driver turned motorcyclist, stumbled upon a grid bag stuffed with cash while traveling along the Barclayville, Pleebo highway en route to Maryland County. Instead of keeping the money, David made an immediate report to local authorities, a decision that has earned him widespread admiration and respect.
The rightful owner of the money was later identified as Mark Momo, a local businessman in Barclayville who had reportedly been in distress after misplacing the funds. According to Liberian Investigator, which first broke the story, the cash was intended for business-related transactions and its loss had left Momo desperate.
In a deeply emotional moment during the official handover ceremony, witnessed by police officers and members of the press, Momo embraced David and expressed his gratitude:
“This man restored my trust in people. I had lost hope,” Momo said tearfully.
As a gesture of appreciation and recognition, Abraham David has now been appointed as a driver in the office of the Grand Kru County Superintendent under President Joseph N. Boakai’s administration.
Speaking to reporters, David humbly said that his conscience guided his actions:
“I couldn’t sleep at night knowing someone else was in pain because of what I found,” he explained.
Social media has since erupted in praise for David, with many Liberians calling him a “true patriot” and a “symbol of integrity in hard times.” In a country often plagued by stories of corruption and dishonesty, David’s selfless deed offers a powerful reminder that integrity still thrives in the hearts of ordinary citizens.
As news of his act spreads, calls are mounting for national recognition or even a presidential honor. For now, however, Abraham David is content knowing he did the right thing.
“I didn’t do it for a reward,” he said. “I did it because it was the right thing to do.”
