By Socrates Smythe Saywon
MONROVIA – The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) has announced a major breakthrough with the arrest of suspects in possession of a large consignment of deadly narcotic substances known as “Android Spark” and “Spark and Die Kush.” The seizure, made in Monrovia, is valued at more than US$40,000, along with over LRD 200,000 believed to be proceeds from sales carried out in a single day.
According to the LDEA, the suspects, women from the Kenedeja Community in Montserrado County District #6, were apprehended with the dangerous drugs during a targeted operation. One of the suspects, described as the lady in white underwear, is reported to be a repeat offender, marking her second arrest for drug-related activities.
Authorities disclosed that the substances, popularly called “Spark and Die,” have been linked to the deaths of several young people across the country who consumed them. The agency emphasized that the latest operation is part of its broader crackdown on the trafficking and distribution of harmful substances that continue to ravage communities in Liberia.
The LDEA assured the public that investigations are ongoing to identify the source of the deadly drugs and dismantle the networks responsible for their importation and distribution. Officials stressed their commitment to curbing drug abuse and protecting young Liberians from the scourge of narcotics.
Meanwhile, former LDEA Deputy Director for Operations, Hassan Fadiga, has cautioned citizens against taking the law into their own hands by attempting to arrest suspected drug dealers. Fadiga warned that while such actions may stem from frustration, they often fail to yield lasting results, as suspects may return to the streets within days due to weak legal grounds.
He explained that under the law enforcement doctrine, evidence collected illegally by civilians is inadmissible in court because it falls under the principle of “fruit of the poisonous tree.” In contrast, arrests made by sworn law enforcement officers carry full legal authority, with proper chain of custody for evidence and testimony that can hold up in court.
“I strongly urge the public to work in close collaboration with law enforcement agencies,” Fadiga said. “This ensures that arrests are done lawfully, evidence remains admissible, and drug offenders are properly prosecuted under the justice system.”
The latest seizure comes amid growing public concern over the alarming rise in drug abuse, which has claimed lives and devastated families across Liberia. The LDEA says it will continue its nationwide campaign to dismantle drug cartels and ensure accountability for those fueling the crisis.
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