MONROVIA, LIBERIA-Police authorities have placed under investigation all officers who were on the scene of the July 26th street violence in Central Monrovia.
A statement from the Liberia National Police (LNP) said all officers who witnessed and did nothing to stop the violence are now facing Professional Standard Investigation.
The investigation is based on orders from Police Inspector, Patrick Sudue.
The LNP said its leadership takes into serious consideration a video footage being circulated, in which one of its officers was seen smiling during the riot.
Meanwhile, the police have assured that all officers involved will be duly investigated, and appropriate actions taken in accordance to the new Police Act of 2015.
The LNP then affirmed its administration’s commitment to ensuring that justice e is served, following Tuesday’s incident.