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ADNews-Monrovia: Acting on credible intelligence received on April 19, 2025, the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) launched a successful operation targeting suspected drug activity in the Ruth Perry Community, Police Academy, Paynesville, outside Monrovia.
Based on the intelligence, the LDEA Deputy Commander of the Zimbabwe Detail conducted a controlled “buy and bust” operation, during which LD$1,000 worth of suspected narcotic substances were purchased. Immediately following the transaction, a team of LDEA agents led by the Deputy Commander proceeded to the scene to make an arrest.
The suspect, Dominic Morlue, a 35-year-old Liberian and resident of the Bassa Town Community in Paynesville, was arrested at the scene. With his consent, a thorough search was conducted at his place of operation, resulting in the discovery of 100 compressed plates of Marijuana (Lawo), 13 uncompressed Marijuana (Lawo), and 454 processed compressed Marijuana.
The total estimated street value of the confiscated substances is approximately USD $295,000 or LRD56,050,000
Preliminary findings suggest that this case is part of a larger network of transnational organized crime engaged in the trafficking and distribution of illegal narcotics within and beyond Liberia’s borders. The LDEA is currently deepening its investigation to uncover potential links to regional or international criminal drug networks.
Suspect Dominic Morlue is currently in LDEA custody at headquarters, pending further investigation, formal charges, and subsequent prosecution.
According to the LDEA , the agency remains steadfast in its mission to combat illegal drug trafficking, disrupt transnational criminal operations, and ensure public safety across Liberia.
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