Former Vice President Jewel Howard Taylor has been sent to Monrovia Central Prison after appearing before the Monrovia City Court, where she pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against her.
The former VP appeared in court in connection with allegations of drug saga being investigated by the Liberian authorities.
During the hearing, the accused denied the charges and entered a plea of not guilty.
During the court proceedings, the accused reportedly appealed to the court to grant her medical leave, citing the need to attend to her health.
Despite the request during the court proceedings, the former vice president was taken to Monrovia Central Prison, where she is expected to remain as the legal process continues.
The case has attracted public attention across Liberia due to the former vice president’s prominent position in the country’s political history.
However, prosecutors have reportedly accused her of several offenses, including Drug Trafficking, Money Laundering, Unlicensed Importation, sale, Distribution, and Transportation of Controlled Substances, Criminal Conspiracy, Criminal Facilitation and Criminal Solicitation.
Supporters and members of the public are closely watching the proceedings as the court seems to consider the allegations to be grave.
The prosecution is expected to present its evidence, while the defense will have an opportunity to challenge the charges and defend the accused.
Despite the seriousness of the allegations, the former vice president remains presumed innocent until proven guilty by a competent court.
