Monrovia – Ralph Paye, a prominent land dealer from Lower Margibi County, has strongly denied any involvement in the recent shooting of Chief Inspector Sam W. Walker, which occurred on April 5, 2025, at the New Jerusalem Community junction in Mount Barclay.
By Willie Tokpah
In response to reports linking him to the incident, Paye clarified that he was not in Monrovia at the time of the shooting, but instead was in his village, far from the crime scene. Speaking to FrontPageAfrica on April 7, he dismissed the allegations as completely false.
“I was not in Monrovia when the incident occurred. I was in my village, and any claims suggesting otherwise are absolutely untrue,” Paye stated. “Though I know some of the individuals named in the report, that does not implicate me in this situation. I am fully innocent of these charges.”
Paye, who is well-known in Lower Margibi County for his work in land dealing, emphasized that his profession has no connection to the events surrounding the shooting. He described the accusations as a case of misinformation and reiterated his dedication to his community and the rule of law.
The Liberia National Police (LNP) is actively investigating the incident, where Chief Inspector Walker was shot in the leg. One suspect has been arrested in connection with the crime, while others, including Joe Hagan, Joe Hagan Jr., Prince Weayee (Chekee), Prince Lord, and Patrick Kellen, have been named as persons of interest. The police have requested the public’s assistance in locating and identifying these individuals.
Paye expressed his willingness to fully cooperate with authorities in their investigation, stressing his trust in the process. “Throughout my life, I have always been committed to fairness, integrity, and honesty,” he said. “I am confident that, in time, the truth will be revealed, and my name will be cleared.”
He urged the public to avoid jumping to conclusions and allow the justice system to determine the facts.
