For Multiple Criminal Offences:
Police Suspends Senior Officers
Having committed multiple crimes, including criminal related offences, authorities of the Liberia National Police have with immediate effect suspended several of its senior officers, with immediate effect.
Though the LNP said, it remains steadfast to professionalism, integrity, and accountability, its assurance follows the investigative reports the Professional Standards Department submitted on police misconducts.
Meanwhile, the LNP said, it has taken disciplinary actions against several officers involved in misconduct, violations of administrative policy, and abuse of authority across various divisions.
Summary of Disciplinary Actions Abuse of authority and unlawful detention of an accused.
Officer Washington Wesseh, according to the report, was suspended for two months without salary.
Wesseh’s crime contains an unlawfully detaining a complainant, Dwokule Peter, and withdrawing US$100 from the complainant’s mobile money account. Wesseh allegedly failed to account for US$60 of the transaction.
Sections Violated: 6.1.3 (Abuse of Authority), 7.1(m), 8.1(c) of the LNP Disciplinary Regulation (2016) Condition for reinstatement: Restitution of US$60 with payment receipt submitted to Public safety department.
On police prolonged absence without leave (AWOL), Superintendent Madee K. Wongbay, reassigned for ‘ineffectiveness’ and prolonged absence totaling 117 days without approved leave.
Restitution and Compliance Completed
Patrol Officer Esther L. Flomo, (LNP-4162), reinstated after completing her suspension and reimbursing US$200 to complainant Ms. Cynthia N. D. Woods. Case closed upon compliance.
Financial indebtedness and noncompliance with Police Support Division (PSD) Commitments to Patrol Officer Albertha T. Williams – suspended indefinitely without pay for failing to honor debt settlements amounting to US$675 owed to Officer Ophlia O. Lanieyo, and US$50 to Ms. Tenneh Jones.
Violations: section 6.1.3 and section 5.1(p) Condition: Full repayment with validated receipts prior to reinstatement.
Failure to Cooperate with Internal Investigations
The following officers were suspended indefinitely without pay for refusal to appear before PSD despite repeated summons:
Officer Amount to Restitute:
Patrol Officer Jack D. King US$450
Patrol Officer Aaron Nebo US$465,
Patrol Officer Ephraim Bundeh was suspended US$56,000
Patrol Officer Lawrence Labrod US$300
Patrol Officer Jerry Doe US$375 Violations: Section 6.1.3 (Abuse of Authority), Chapter 6.2.2 of Revised Manual, Annex III: Category ‘C’ and ‘D.’ Conditions: Must serve suspension, comply with investigation, and submit validated payment receipts.
Personal Misconduct and Financial Fraud, while Patrol officer Andrew M. Falika, suspended indefinitely without pay for failing to settle financial obligation totaling US$8,700 while complainant, Ms. Hawa David.
Violations: Section 5.1(p), Section 7(o) of Disciplinary Regulations, Section 22.90(xv) of the LNP Act of 2015 Case to be closed upon full compliance.
Exonerations Based on Lack of Evidence and Superintendent Samson K. Sieh (ID#0728) and Chief Inspector, Sylvester N. Dopoh (ID#4739) Exonerated of allegations concerning demolition of property related to Calvary Baptist Church due to insufficient evidence. Recommendation: Parties advised to resolve dispute through legal channels.
Restitution Compliance and Reinstatement: Patrol Officer Jude F. Kolongo (LNP ID#5560) – Reinstated after completing suspension and reaching agreement with complainant Mr. Chris Yoko to waive all additional medical expenses. Case closed following confirmation of LNP-covered medical bill at 14 Military Hospital.
Cell Phone Seizure and Financial Allegation Investigation:
CPL. Doronu Togbah and Patrol Officer Ralph Gaye suspended for one month without salary for misconduct related to seizure of complainant Ms. Rejoice Morris’ phone and alleged US$1,500. Violations: Chapter 5.1(p). Next steps: Matter referred to Crime Services Department. Both officers named persons of interest for possible criminal investigation. All relevant documentation transferred to Crime Service Division (CSD) for continuation of case.
The LNP said, it remains committed to enforcing ethical conduct, addressing administrative violations, and building public trust through transparency and accountability. These measures are part of an ongoing effort to uphold the highest standards of service across all ranks and regions.