Monrovia – The Monrovia City Court has ruled against the admissibility of a viral video at the center of the ongoing assault case involving former beauty queen Kindness Wilson.
By Selma Lomax [email protected]
Presiding Judge Ben Barco on Monday ruled that the prosecution failed to establish the authenticity and legal validity of the video, which allegedly shows Wilson in a physical altercation with fellow Stella Maris student Juah Cassell.
The footage, widely circulated on social media, was introduced by the complainant’s lawyer, Cllr. Moriah Yeakula, to support the assault claims. However, Wilson’s defense attorney, Atty. Jeremiah Samuel Dugbo I, successfully argued that the video lacked legal credibility and was self-serving.
Judge Barco emphasized that while video evidence can be impactful in modern trials, it must meet legal standards. “The complainant simply did not meet the legal threshold,” he stated.
With the video excluded, the prosecution will now have to rely on eyewitness testimonies and physical evidence as the trial continues.
Wilson, a former second runner-up in the Miss Liberia pageant, is facing mounting legal and public pressure following the incident. She was granted bail on April 2 after appearing in court, keeping a low profile as she exited the courtroom.
The alleged incident occurred on the campus of Stella Maris Polytechnic University and has generated widespread attention, particularly on social media, where reactions remain sharply divided.
In response to the controversy, the Miss International Liberia Organization issued a statement condemning Wilson’s alleged actions and officially revoked her title. Citing a zero-tolerance stance on violence, the organization announced that it would move forward in selecting a new representative.
Wilson’s legal team has yet to comment on the latest ruling. Meanwhile, the case is expected to resume at a date still to be determined.
