Sherriken Town, River Gee County| May 20, 2026 |Authorities of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) in River Gee County have arrested three people, including a town chief, during a major anti-drug operation in Sherriken, Upper Tienpo Statutory District.
The operation took place on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, and was led by Deputy Commander Special Agent Emmanuel S. Masseh of the LDEA River Gee detachment.
Officers carried out the raid with support from a court sheriff under a legally approved search and seizure warrant.
Among those arrested was Sherriken Town Chief, Taye T. Weah, 63. Investigators alleged that he was found with 2.5 kilograms of compressed marijuana and one kilogram of marijuana seeds.
According to LDEA investigators, the substances linked to Chief Weah have an estimated street value of LRD.$83,250.
Authorities said the discovery raised concerns about the spread of illegal drugs within local communities.
Another suspect, Shadrach Tweh, 46, a resident of Sherriken, was also arrested during the operation.
Officers reportedly discovered 3.5 kilograms of compressed marijuana in his possession.
The LDEA estimated the street value of the drugs connected to Tweh at approximately LRD.$63,750.
Authorities say the seizure is part of ongoing efforts to reduce drug trafficking in rural communities.
A third suspect, Oretha Sieh, 46, was also taken into custody during the raid.
Investigators alleged that officers found 1.5 kilograms of compressed marijuana in her possession.
According to the LDEA, the drugs linked to Sieh were valued at an estimated L$27,750. In total, the seized marijuana and related substances were estimated at L$174,750.
All three suspects are currently undergoing investigation at the LDEA headquarters in Fish-Town.
Authorities say they are expected to be formally charged and sent to court in line with Liberia’s drug laws.
The latest arrests highlight the continued efforts of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency to fight illegal drugs across the country.
Authorities say drug trafficking remains a serious concern affecting community safety, youth development, and social stability in many rural areas.
