Liberia: Senators Demand Arrests in U.S.$19m Cocaine Probe

Liberia: Senators Demand Arrests in U.S.$19m Cocaine Probe

One of the country's largest cocaine investigations entered a critical new phase Wednesday as senior members of the Senate demanded immediate arrests and prosecutions, while Joint Security officials disclosed that investigators have progressed from identifying persons of interest to preparing criminal charges against potential suspects.

Questions Mount Over Release of RIA Drug Trafficker, Now Wanted in US$19.2 Million Cocaine Case - Global News Network Liberia

Information obtained has revealed that Michael U.S. Brown, the former Robert International Airport (RIA) employee who is now at the center of the reported US$19.2 million cocaine investigation and remains at large, was previously arrested, convicted, and imprisoned on separate drug-related charges before his release under circumstances that are now attracting renewed public attention. Brown is currently being sought by investigators in connectio…

Liberia promises imminent arrests after $19 million airport cocaine seizure sparks public outcry

Liberian authorities have pledged that arrests are imminent in the investigation into a massive cocaine seizure at the country’s main international airport, as mounting public criticism over the pace of the probe forced senior security officials to defend their handling of the case before the nation’s Senate. During a special public hearing on July 1, Inspector General of the Liberia National Police Gregory Coleman assured lawmakers that investi…

Potential Suspects In US4!).2M Cocaine Bust To Be Formally Charged By This Weekend—But Who & How Many?

Liberia Police Chief Tells Senate Public Hearing “The Investigation Has Made Significant Progress” PHOTO: Police IG Gregory Coleman facing the Liberian Senate Amidst anxiety and speculations about what is seen as slow pace of investigations into the US$19.2 million cocaine bust recently at the Roberts International Airport, the Inspector General of the Liberia, Gregory Coleman

Senators Demand Arrests in US$19M Cocaine Probe

An extensive cocaine investigation in Liberia involving a 237.6kg seizure at RIA escalates as Senate demands arrests, investigators move towards potential suspects, and public scrutiny grows over international trafficking networks.

Fresh Twist in US$19.2M Drug Probe - Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news

By Lincoln G. Peters Capitol Hill, July 2, 2026 – Tensions flared in the Liberian Senate on Wednesday as lawmakers challenged the Joint Security over its handling of the investigation into the US$19.2 million cocaine seizure at Roberts International Airport (RIA), questioning why key persons of interest, including GLS Menzies General Manager Paul J. King, have not been arrested. Appearing before Plenary, Inspector General of Police Col. Gregory …