Police Charge Seven in Alleged Assault on Officer in Sinkor

Published: November 13, 2026

MONROVIA — The Liberia National Police (LNP) has arrested and forwarded seven individuals to court on multiple criminal charges after they allegedly attacked and injured a police officer responding to an incident on 26th Street in Sinkor, Monrovia.

In a statement issued Thursday, Nov. 12, the LNP identified the injured officer as Sedeke K. Kammara, who was reportedly assaulted by a group of individuals near the beachside behind ERA Supermarket while responding to an incident alongside two officers of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA).

According to the police, the three officers were carrying out their duties when a group of individuals allegedly confronted and attacked them.

During the confrontation, the two LDEA officers reportedly left the scene, leaving Kammara behind, where he was allegedly overpowered and assaulted by members of the group.

The LNP disclosed that Kammara sustained injuries to his right eye during the attack. His police-issued radio, face cap and US$150 in cash were also allegedly taken.

Following an investigation, police arrested seven suspects identified as Yokie Johnson, Rachel Johnson, Obediah Yorkor, Anthony Hallie, Spencil Z. Gaye, Prince Sackie and Harris Clomo.

The suspects have since been forwarded to court to face charges of aggravated assault, hindering law enforcement, physical obstruction of government functions, theft of property and disorderly conduct.

According to the LNP, the charges were brought under Sections 14.20, 12.4, 12.1, 15.51 and 17.3, respectively, of Liberia’s Revised Penal Law.

The police did not provide further details about what prompted the initial response behind ERA Supermarket or the circumstances under which the two LDEA officers reportedly left the scene.

The LNP strongly condemned the alleged attack, warning that violence, threats and obstruction against law enforcement officers performing their lawful duties would not be tolerated.

Police authorities emphasized that individuals have no legal justification to assault or interfere with officers carrying out their responsibilities, stressing that such conduct undermines public safety and the enforcement of the law.

The LNP reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property, maintaining public order and ensuring that individuals accused of criminal conduct are brought before the courts in accordance with due process.

Meanwhile, the seven defendants are expected to answer to the charges in court.