Gbarnga, Bong County — In a shocking turn of events within the Bong County judicial system, two criminal suspects previously sent to the Gbarnga Magisterial Court have been rearrested after allegedly being released under questionable circumstances.
On Monday, September 22, 2025, suspects Austin Maxwell (40) and Armah Mator Urey (43) were formally charged with Theft of Property, Criminal Conspiracy, and Simple Assault by the Detachment of Police in the county. The charges stem from their arrest in the GST Road Community, following a police operation reportedly triggered by a tip-off and their alleged prior criminal records.
Despite the gravity of the charges, the suspects were allegedly released shortly after being forwarded to the Gbarnga Magisterial Court — an action that has drawn public concern and raised serious questions about the integrity of court procedures.
Multiple sources have informed this paper that the release may have been facilitated by individuals believed to be officers of the court, and allegedly without adherence to due legal process.
As of Monday evening, court authorities have not issued any official statement regarding the incident despite multiple inquiries.
Top among key questions that remain unanswered include: why were the suspects released, and which court officials were involved in the alleged unauthorized release?
Credible sources, however, have indicated that the suspects have since been rearrested and are currently in police custody, reportedly awaiting a court-ordered appearance and possible resentencing.
The Gbarnga community, which had initially praised the police for apprehending the suspects, now finds itself grappling with concerns over transparency and accountability within the judicial system.
This is a developing story.
