MONROVIA – The Liberia National Police (LNP) has suspended a Chief Inspector for six months without salary over a firearm discharge incident that left a civilian injured, while reinstating a patrolman who complied with disciplinary directives and restituted funds in a separate misconduct case. The actions, announced Tuesday, February 10, 2026, underscore what the LNP describes as its ongoing commitment to accountability and professional standards within the force.
In a press release issued for immediate dissemination, the LNP disclosed that between December 8, 2025, and January 20, 2026, disciplinary measures were implemented based on investigative reports and recommendations from its Professional Standards Department (PSD), with endorsement from the Inspector General. The measures included both suspension and reinstatement.
“Between December 8, 2025, and January 20, 2025, the Liberia National Police (LNP), acting on investigative reports and recommendations from its Professional Standards Department (PSD), and with the endorsement of the Inspector General, implemented disciplinary actions that included reinstatement and suspension,” the statement read. The Police emphasized that the steps were taken to address misconduct while recognizing compliance with corrective directives.
The most serious sanction involved Chief Inspector of Police (CIP) William P. Saye, who was suspended for six months without pay following a firearm discharge incident in the Cook Spoon Hill Community, Paynesville City. The incident resulted in injury to a civilian, Prince Parker, who sustained a gunshot wound to his left leg and required treatment at Benson Hospital and later at the John F. Kennedy Medical Center.
According to the LNP, the investigation found evidence of firearm misuse and unsatisfactory conduct. “Investigation revealed misuse of firearm and unsatisfactory conduct,” the release stated, confirming that disciplinary action was warranted under internal regulations.
Beyond the suspension, the Police announced additional penalties. CIP Saye’s firearm license has been revoked, and he has been ordered to undergo further firearm training. He is also required to restitute medical expenses incurred by the victim, amounting to USD 100 and LRD 10,000. The LNP clarified that his reinstatement will be conditional upon full payment of these expenses and verification by the Professional Standards Department.
In a separate case, Patrolman Lavela J. Harris of the Police Support Unit (PSU), Central Headquarters, has been reinstated after serving an indefinite suspension without salary. Harris had previously received USD 400 from Madam Jartu Dolocon as part payment for a one-year rental agreement that he failed to honor.
The Police stated that Harris complied fully with PSD directives and refunded the USD 400. His reinstatement was recommended in line with Section 11.14 of the Administrative Instructions on Discipline and Professional Standards, which allows indefinite suspensions to end once specified conditions are met. “The case is now considered closed,” the LNP confirmed.
Signed by DCP Cecelia G. Clarke, Spokesperson of the Liberia National Police, the release concluded with a firm warning: officers found in violation of duty, ethics, and internal regulations will face appropriate administrative actions, and corrective measures will be strictly monitored to ensure adherence to the rule of law.
