In a major operation near Monrovia, Liberian police seized high‑grade cocaine worth about $370 million during a raid on a suspected storage site. The haul comprised sealed suitcases loaded into a lorry, confirmed by forensic tests.
Two foreigners and several Liberians were arrested, though charges have yet to be filed. The bust reflects a long‑running investigation into drug‑trafficking networks that surged between 2018 and 2023.
It follows a prior airport seizure of similar cocaine shipments, prompting calls for stronger enforcement and a joint investigation. West Africa remains a critical transit corridor for cocaine destined for Europe, raising concern over the region’s rising drug activity.
Vice‑President Jeremiah Koung praised the security forces, urging that anyone “feeling the full weight of the law.” The operation is part of Liberia’s broader strategy to curb drug trafficking and protect public safety.
