The Liberia National Police (LNP) has announced the seizure of a large consignment of compressed marijuana in Jacob Town, Montserrado County. The operation, carried out late Monday night around 9:00 PM near the James Davies Bloc, led to the confiscation of one hundred thousand, eight hundred (100,800) compressed marijuana units, with an estimated street value of US $9,576. Each unit was valued at US $76.
According to Deputy Police Inspector General for Administration, Ernest Tarpeh, the operation was part of ongoing security surveillance in high-risk communities. He disclosed that while officers successfully intercepted the narcotics, the suspects fled the scene prior to the arrival of law enforcement. “No arrests have been made at this stage,” Mr. Tarpeh stated, “but we want to assure the public that our intelligence network, in close coordination with the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), remains strong.
Those behind this illegal consignment will be identified and brought to justice.” The Deputy Inspector General emphasized that the seizure underscores the LNP’s commitment to combating the flow of illicit drugs across Liberia, which continues to threaten peace, security, and the wellbeing of communities, especially the youth. Upon receiving custody of the seized narcotics, LDEA Officer-in-Charge, Fitzgerald Biagon, commended the LNP for its vigilance and strong inter-agency cooperation.
He stressed that the role of the LDEA extends beyond arrests, focusing equally on reducing the effectiveness of drug trafficking operations through coordinated intelligence gathering and disruption strategies. “This seizure is a clear demonstration that law enforcement agencies are united in the fight against drug trafficking,” Mr. Biagon noted. “The LDEA remains committed to working alongside the LNP and other partners to dismantle the networks fueling the drug trade in Liberia.”
Authorities believe the confiscated marijuana was part of a larger trafficking operation intended for distribution within Monrovia and surrounding areas. Investigations are ongoing, and security agencies are urging the public to remain alert and provide any information that may lead to the arrest of those responsible. Both the LNP and LDEA reaffirmed that the fight against illicit drugs is a national priority.
They called on citizens, especially community dwellers, to cooperate with law enforcement by reporting suspicious activities, noting that public engagement is critical to protecting Liberia’s future from the scourge of narcotics.
