MONROVIA – The legal firm Gongloe & Associates, Inc., representing the family of a 14-year-old girl who reported a rape allegation against former Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports, Hon. Bryant McGill, has formally requested the Liberia National Police (LNP) to provide a complete investigative report and supporting evidence.
In a letter dated January 13, 2026, addressed to Inspector General Gregory Coleman, the law firm emphasized the importance of transparency and fairness in the handling of the case, which the police concluded in a report released publicly on January 12, 2026, finding the suspect not culpable.
“While we acknowledge the efforts of the Liberia National Police in conducting what appears to have been a thorough investigation under challenging circumstances, we respectfully request that the complete final investigation report, along with all supporting forensic and scientific findings, be made available to the family,” the letter stated.
The law firm outlined specific documents it seeks, including DNA analysis reports conducted outside Liberia, CCTV and digital forensic analysis reports, medical and laboratory findings, and a detailed summary of the methodology and standards applied in reaching the investigative conclusion.
Cllr. Tiawan Saye Gongloe, representing the family, clarified that the request is not intended to challenge the professionalism of the investigating officers but is grounded in the principle that the complainant and her family are entitled to understand the evidentiary basis of the police conclusion.
“Transparency in such sensitive matters is essential not only for the confidence of the affected family but also for sustaining public trust in the integrity and impartiality of law enforcement institutions,” the letter noted, highlighting the public interest in cases of high visibility and exceptional investigative procedures.
The law firm emphasized that all correspondence regarding the request should be directed through its counsel to ensure proper communication and protection of the minor’s rights.
The public release of the police report in January 2026 concluded the investigation without prosecuting the former Deputy Minister, citing the results of local and international forensic and technical analyses. However, the family, through their legal counsel, maintains that full disclosure of the materials is necessary to verify the findings.
Cllr. Gongloe’s office stressed that the request for access to reports and evidence is made in good faith, without prejudice, and underscores the broader principle that accountability and transparency are critical in maintaining public confidence in law enforcement, particularly in sensitive cases involving minors.
The letter was copied to the victim’s family, signaling the firm’s commitment to ensuring that the minor and her relatives are fully informed about the evidence and investigative procedures that led to the police decision, as public attention continues to focus on the high-profile case.
