By Emmanuel Koffa
A 43-year oldman accused of sexual abuse has reported hanged himself in police withholding cell in Grand Kru County.
Fresh concerns emerged shortly after James Doe, 43, accused of sexual abuse of a 50-year-old woman was discovered hanging unconscious in the police cell.
The incident was reported in Buah Worpluken under “a disputed circumstance.”
James Doe, a resident of the community, was arrested by the Community Watch Forum (CWF) after the victim, Oretha Doe, alleged that she was sexually abused by the accused while she was “under alcohol influence.”
Police sources said the suspect was informed of his constitutional rights during preliminary investigation, but denied the allegation.
The Liberia National Police (LNP), led by Inspector Darpoe G. Karweah, responded to the crime scene. By then, some community members had intervened.
The victim’s 22 years old son, Jackson Doe, claimed he caught the suspect in the act, restrained the suspect, and raised an alarm, prompting his arrest.
Family members told police that the victim was found lying helpless in a room following the commissioned of the act.
Upon interview, she alleged that during the night hours, she realized being sexually abuse as the accused suspect took advantage of her.
Police instructed the victim’s family to take her for medical examination and treatment.
However, upon their return to the station, officers reportedly discovered the suspect hanging at the window of the withholding cell with his shirt tied around his neck.
Police attributed suspect Doe’s death to an apparent suicide.
Authorities say investigations are ongoing into both the alleged sexual abuse, and the circumstances surrounding the incident in the police cell.
The development has raised questions over detention protocols, including how the suspect obtained clothing capable of causing self-harm.
Police authorities have assured the public that a full investigation will be conducted. They have urged residents to remain calm as the law takes course.