— Condemns Excessive Force, Abuse, or Conduct
Monrovia -The Liberia National Police (LNP) says it is aware of a video circulating on social media showing an off-duty officer of the Police Support Unit (PSU) allegedly striking a female individual with a stick, resulting in her apparent loss of consciousness.
The LNP said the footage has caused public concern, which it acknowledges and takes seriously.
A release signed by Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Cecelia G Clarke says LNP condemns unequivocally any act of excessive force, abuse, or conduct that violates the law, human dignity, and the standards of professional policing.
“Such actions, if established, are incompatible with the values, discipline, and public-service mandate of the Liberia National Police” the release said.
The police said while a formal complaint has yet been filed by the victim or her family, the LNP has acted proactively and without delay, in keeping with its statutory responsibilities and internal accountability framework.
“The officer involved has been identified, taken into custody, and referred to the Professional Standards Division, where a full investigation is underway” the release indicated.
Accordingly, the LNP says investigation will be thorough, impartial, and evidence-based; conducted strictly in accordance with established procedures and the law.
The police say all parties are entitled to due process stating that upon conclusion of the investigation, appropriate administrative and legal actions will be taken, consistent with the findings.
“The Liberia National Police reiterates its zero-tolerance policy toward police brutality and misconduct” the release stated.
LNP said they remain committed to upholding human rights and lawful use-of-force standards, enforcing internal discipline and accountability, strengthening supervision, training, and oversight, maintaining transparency and rebuilding public trust.
The LNP assures the public that misconduct, whether on or off duty, will not be shielded, excused, or ignored.
