The Leadership of the Liberian National Bar Association (LNBA) through its President, Bornor M. Varmah, has sharply condemned violent attacks on the homes of Judges in Liberia.
The Bar said reports have indicated that Judges have received threats and experienced attempted intrusion, including anonymous text messages designed by unknown people to intimidate and obstruct the impartial discharge of their judicial duties.
LNBA has condemned these incidents in the strongest possible term, labeling them as acts of gangsterism that have no place in a civilized and democratic society.
The LNBA leadership termed such acts as direct assault on the independence of the Judiciary which undermines public confidence in the rule of law.
The Bar noted that Judges must be allowed to carry out their functions free from intimidation, threats or any form of influence, whether internal or external.
The Bar also stressed that the independence and safety of the Judiciary are essential to preserving the integrity of Liberia’s Judicial System.
The Leadership made specific reference to the recent attack on the residence of Judge Roosevelt Z. Willie of Criminal Court “A” in Montserrado County.
The LNBA leadership said during the evening hours of Wednesday, June 25, 2025, a group of unidentified individuals riding motorcycles, armed with matches and sticks, attempted to forcefully enter the Judge premises.
The Bar said credible accounts from Judge Willie’s residence indicated that the attackers were only deterred by the swift arrival of armed police officers, this marks the third reported incident involving an attack on the Judge home.
The LNBA called on the Ministry of Justice and all relevant state security institutions to immediately investigate this report and bring the culprits to justice.
The Bar has also requested the Liberia National Police to provide adequate security and permanent police presence at the homes of Judges that are similarly targeted.
The Bar noted that these steps are necessary to prevent any further attempt that may result in harm to judicial officers and their families.