MONROVIA – Deputy Chief of Police Cecelia G. Clarke, in the latest edition of Police Report on ELBC Radio 99.9 FM Friday, October 17, provided updates on recent criminal cases across Montserrado and Maryland counties, highlighting arrests in murder, armed robbery, serial theft, school disruptions, and aggravated assault cases. Clarke also issued public safety guidance and a strong warning against mob justice.
In Montserrado County, Clarke reported the arrest of Melvin Albert and Habakkuk Isaac for the fatal stabbing of Hassan Kamara, also known as Kilo. The incident occurred on October 13 following a fistfight, with Kamara pronounced dead at JFK Medical Centre. Clarke said both suspects are in custody pending court proceedings.
The LNP also apprehended Peter Binda (alias P-40), Patrick Toe, Varney Konneh, and Gabriel Kaikai (alias Dancoty) for the October 5 attack on Abdul Kiawu in Samukai Town, Caldwell. The suspects allegedly assaulted the victim with a cutlass and stole his motorbike. Kiawu is receiving medical treatment at JFK.
Montserrado County has also seen arrests in other armed robbery cases. Amos Fallah (alias DOC), T-Max Kyne (alias Dadee), and Lewis Bono Kollie (alias CMB) were sent to court for robbing Sekou Kromah at Chicken Soup Factory on October 2. The suspects were armed with cutlasses and other weapons, Clarke said.
Authorities have charged Paul Kundu (alias Five-G) and Emmanuel Sawoe (alias Possible) for serial robberies in Chocolate City and Chicken Soup Factory communities between September 25 and October 4. Clarke noted the pair had been terrorizing residents by snatching bags from multiple victims.
In New Georgia Gulf, Chris T. Zarwea (alias Alaba), 31, was charged for allegedly robbing Alvin N. Kollie of his motorbike on October 3. Police reports indicated the suspect and accomplices were armed with shotguns and other weapons.
Clarke also reported a school riot at Williams VS Tubman High School in Sinkor, where five students, Payvah T. Morlu, Patrick D. Argbah, Augustine A. Whorway Jr, Aaron G. Kollie, and Henry Z. Johnson, were charged for disrupting classes on October 14, halting academic activities through violent protest.
In Maryland County, Robert Freeman was arrested for aggravated assault. He allegedly used a razor blade to wound Jonah Yloe on his private parts during a fistfight on October 14 in Nyonwronken, Karluway District #2. The victim is receiving medical care, Clarke confirmed.
Beyond reporting arrests, Clarke reminded Liberians of temporary traffic changes on Saturday, October 18, for the CDC Headquarters groundbreaking ceremony. Vehicles from Central Monrovia will be diverted via the Congo Town back road, while traffic from Paynesville to Central Monrovia will proceed as usual. She cautioned motorbike and keh-keh operators to observe restrictions.
In addition, Clarke emphasized road safety, urging drivers to slow down near schools and markets, avoid using phones while driving, yield to pedestrians, wear helmets and seatbelts, and refrain from overloading motorbikes or tricycles. “Let’s build a culture of caution. Safety starts with YOU,” Clarke said.
Clarke also issued a stern warning against mob violence, stressing that “mob justice is not justice. It endangers lives and undermines the rule of law. Every suspect deserves due process. Report crimes, don’t retaliate. Let’s build a Liberia where justice is served in courtrooms, not on street corners.” She encouraged citizens to contact LNP hotlines 0770800911 or 0770800990 if they witness criminal activity.
Concluding the broadcast, DCP Cecelia G. Clarke reminded the public to tune in every Friday at 8:30 a.m. on ELBC Radio 99.9 FM for Police Report, emphasizing that collective vigilance and cooperation between citizens and law enforcement are key to building a safer, stronger Liberia.
