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The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) has arrested three Sierra Leonean nationals following a targeted operation in Paynesville, which led to the seizure of a significant quantity of the synthetic drug known as Kush.
In a statement issued on December 4, the LDEA confirmed that the operation took place at around 8:30 PM in Joe Bah, a district within the Paynesville area.
The raid was led by ACP Patrick Kormazu, the Deputy Officer-in-Charge for Operations, in collaboration with the Special Drug Squad. During the operation, officers confiscated 677 grams of Kush, valued at LRD 2,572,600, which is approximately USD 13,540.
The suspects have been identified as Kadiatu Laikoh (28), Alieati Bah (20), and John Torawalle (24). All three individuals are currently in custody and are under investigation. Authorities confirmed that they will be forwarded to court for prosecution in the coming days.
The LDEA highlighted the growing regional threat posed by Kush, a synthetic drug that has increasingly spread across West Africa, affecting countries such as Sierra Leone, Liberia, and others.
In its statement, the LDEA reiterated its commitment to combating drug trafficking in the country and emphasized the importance of public involvement in this effort.
“We encourage citizens to continue assisting in the fight against drug trafficking by reporting any suspicious activities through our hotlines,” the agency stated.
This latest arrest notably reflects Liberia’s ongoing efforts to address the rising drug trade in the region, as authorities continue to step up enforcement operations to curb the distribution and use of illegal substances such as Kush.
The LDEA has assured the public that it remains committed to tackling the problem of drug trafficking, and further investigations into the Sierra Leoneans’ activities are ongoing.
