By Archie Boan
The whereabouts of suspects linked to the reported US$19.2 million cocaine seizure at the Roberts International Airport (RIA) remain unclear, sparking growing public debate and criticism over the handling of the case.
While authorities are yet to provide detailed public updates on those allegedly connected to the bust, questions are being raised about transparency and accountability in one of Liberia’s largest reported drug interceptions.
Amid the uncertainty, popular Liberian musician Karwoudou Cole has openly criticized the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), comparing his past legal troubles with the current high-profile case.
In a public statement, Bucky Raw said he was previously “embarrassed for $40 worth of weed,” while expressing disbelief that suspects tied to the multimillion-dollar cocaine seizure appear to be “nowhere to be found.”
“I know I was embarrassed for $40 worth of weed. Now, they got $19m worth of cocaine but no one to be found,” he said. “My business went down and I took a huge loss. To me, the raid was for the LDEA to steal my money and other things.”
He further alleged that he was pressured during his own case, claiming he was forced to take photographs with seized substances at a district office—an action he says he refused.
“I don’t believe anything LDEA post or say,” he added.
The LDEA has not publicly responded to the latest allegations from the musician.
The situation continues to fuel public discussion about law enforcement credibility, drug enforcement procedures, and the broader fight against narcotics trafficking in Liberia.
