MONROVIA, LIBERIA-The Liberia National Police 9LNP) has confirmed the arrest of suspect Amos Koffa, previously charged in absentia in connection with the December 18, 2024, Capitol Building arson case.

Koffa, who formerly served as Maintenance Department Supervisor at the Capitol Building, fled Liberia in April 2025 under the alias “Roland King”.

According to an LNP release, his escape followed allegations linking him to the arson incident, in which other suspects allegedly aided him.

Through coordinated efforts with the Ghana Police Service and INTERPOL, the LNP obtained intelligence indicating that Koffa had moved to Ghana.

He was placed on the international watch list, and in July 2025, he narrowly evaded arrest during a joint security operation.

Following sustained surveillance and collaboration with regional security partners, Koffa was finally apprehended on September 1, 2025, at the Luogatuo Border during a coordinated operation led by the joint security forces.

He is currently in the custody of the Liberia National Police and undergoing investigation at the National Police Headquarters in Monrovia.

The LNP stated that the suspect will be sent to court at the appropriate time to face formal legal proceedings.