The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has announced a significant Prosecutorial milestone in Gbarpolu County. The 16th Judicial Circuit Court has returned a True Bill on all counts of the indictment against several county officials and a private vendor in connection with the procurement and management of heavy-duty equipment, commonly referred to as the “Yellow Machines” case.
Following the indictment, writs of arrest have been issued and served on the Individuals linked to the crime. They include Sam K. Zinnah, Superintendent, Gbarpolu County, Omaru Sheriff, Chief Executive Officer, City Lion (Vendor}, J. Keyah Saah, Former Superintendent, Gbarpolu County, Anthony Yorkor, Former Fiscal Superintendent and Robert Benda, Former Chairperson, Gbarpolu Project Management Committee (PMC) The charges stem from alleged acts of corruption and abuse of public resources related to the acquisition and handling of machinery intended for county development.
The indictment is the result of extensive investigative work by the LACC and reflects the Commission’s commitment to ensuring accountability and transparency in public service. The LACC has commended the Grand Jury and the judiciary for their cooperation and reiterates its resolve to pursue justice in all cases of public sector corruption.
