The Rivercess County Detachment of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) has charged and forwarded to court a 23-year-old woman, Fatu Goffa, for her alleged drug trafficking.
The suspect, identified as Mrs. Goffa, is a resident of Tito Village in Rivercess County. According to the LDEA, she was arrested on July 31, 2026, at about 5:30 p.m. while reportedly traveling back to her village.
LDEA officers stationed at the checkpoint intercepted the suspect during a routine security operation. A search conducted by the officer’s allegedly uncovered 19 strips of Tramadol and one compressed plate of marijuana in her possession.
Authorities said the seized Tramadol has an estimated street value of L$58,000, or approximately US$319, while the marijuana is valued at L$19,000, or about US$100. The total estimated street value of the drugs is L$77,000.
Following her arrest, investigators launched an inquiry to determine the source and intended destination of the drugs. The investigation was completed before the case was forwarded for prosecution.
Based on the findings, the LDEA formally charged Goffa with Unlicensed Possession of Controlled Drugs under Section 14.89, Illicit Trafficking under Section 14.93, and Dispatching in Transit under Section 14.85 of Liberia’s Controlled Drugs and Substances law.
The Agency said the charges reflect the seriousness of the alleged offenses and reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing Liberia’s drug laws and disrupting the illegal movement of narcotics across the country.
The suspect has since been forwarded to court, where she is expected to face prosecution in accordance with Liberian law. She will remain subject to the judicial process as the case proceeds.
The latest arrest comes as the LDEA continues to intensify operations at major checkpoints and border corridors aimed at intercepting illegal drugs and dismantling trafficking networks. The Agency has repeatedly urged the public to support its anti-drug campaign by reporting suspicious activities to law enforcement authorities.
Liberia continues to face growing concerns over the trafficking and abuse of illicit drugs, particularly Tramadol and marijuana. Law enforcement authorities say sustained public cooperation and strict enforcement of the country’s drug laws remain essential to reducing the flow of narcotics and protecting communities from the harmful effects of drug abuse
