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LDEA officers in Zwedru have arrested five Guinean nationals for drug-related offenses, seizing Tramadol, cash, ammunition, and a firearm during a search operation at Polgal Pharmacy. The suspects are in custody as investigations continue.

The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission has revealed that the government lost over US$6.5 million and L$17.9 million to corruption across various state institutions. With 98 active cases and 48 new investigations launched between July and October, the LACC says indictments have already been secured in several counties as efforts to recover stolen assets continue.

Suspended Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Bryant McGill has spoken publicly for the first time since being accused of raping a 14-year-old girl, comparing his situation to Biblical figures who were falsely accused but later vindicated. He expressed faith in the justice system and thanked supporters for their prayers, also using the moment to celebrate his 24th wedding anniversary.

52-year-old Amos T. Gbawon, head of Nimba County’s Group of 77 Disabled Persons Organization, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for sexually abusing a 1-year-11-month-old girl at the Nimba County Disabled Community facility.

STAND is demanding the dismissal and prosecution of Police IG Gregory Coleman and the officers linked to the killing of Matthew Mulbah, a mentally ill man shot by police in Congo Town. The group describes the act as a “cold-blooded murder” and a clear case of police brutality and abuse of power.

A native doctor identified as Madiswon Gaye, popularly known as “Dao-Dao,” has been sentenced to five years in prison for manslaughter after a man died during a traditional bulletproof ritual in Nimba County. The court ruled that cultural practices cannot override the law when they result in loss of life.

The Liberia National Police has confirmed the death of Matthew Mulbah, who was shot by an officer after allegedly stabbing three policemen in Congo Town. Police say Mulbah ignored orders to surrender and attacked officers with a knife and cutlass before being fatally shot. One officer remains in critical condition as investigations continue.

The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency has arrested 70-year-old Lucy S. Morris in West Point after officers discovered Kush worth over L$1 million hidden in nine mineral water bottles. The suspect is under investigation and will be sent to court as the LDEA steps up efforts to dismantle drug trafficking networks across Liberia.

The Liberia Drugs Enforcement Agency (LDEA) has arrested a 45-year-old woman after officers found a large quantity of Tramadol hidden in gallons of red oil. The drugs are valued at over 900,000 LRD. Authorities urge citizens to report suspicious activity to fight illegal drug trafficking.

LNP Inspector General Gregory Coleman says investigators have found no evidence so far linking suspended Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Bryant McGill to a rape allegation. Coleman noted that unlike the case of Agriculture Ministry contractor Sando Kromah, where multiple witnesses testified, “all initial examinations show no link” to McGill.