Monrovia -The Liberia National Police (LNP) confirms that it has formally received a forensic examination report from the Rwanda Forensic Institute in connection with the sexual abuse case involving Mr. Peter Bon Jallah, which is currently before a court of competent jurisdiction.
The forensic examination was undertaken at the request of the LNP as part of established investigative procedures and in accordance with internationally recognized standards for forensic cooperation.
In keeping with due process, the report has been formally transmitted to the appropriate prosecutorial and judicial authorities for consideration within the legal framework.
Recognizing that the matter is sub judice, the LNP says it will not comment on the substance, interpretation, or evidentiary weight of the forensic report noting that any evaluation of the evidence lies exclusively within the mandate of the courts.
The Liberia National Police underscores the investigation has been conducted lawfully and in full observance of due process, and that all persons connected to the matter continue to enjoy the presumption of innocence under the law.
At the same time, the LNP release stressed that the independence of the judiciary and the integrity of ongoing judicial proceedings will be fully respected adding that it will continue to cooperate with prosecutorial authorities and comply with all lawful directives of the court.
Meanwhile, the Liberia National Police has reassured the public that its actions are guided by professionalism, restraint, accountability, and respect for the rule of law.
The body notes that further public communication will be issued only where appropriate and strictly in accordance with legal requirements and judicial guidance.
