Monrovia – Police Inspector General Gregory O.W. Coleman has assured the general public that the crime scene of the arson assault on the Capitol Building stays untouched and is absolutely preserved for the arrival of overseas fireplace specialists who will help within the investigation.
On February 27, 2027, G. Warsuwah Barvoul, Director of the Liberia National Fire Service, introduced that three fireplace specialists from the United States can be arriving to assist examine the devastating fireplace that gutted the joint chambers and dome of the Capitol Building in late December 2023.
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The specialists, former fireplace chiefs Kenneth Prillaman, Mark Lynde, and Jerry Streich from Minnesota, collectively convey over 90 years of expertise in fireplace security, investigation, and emergency administration.
Speaking to the press on Saturday on the Liberia National Police Headquarters, Inspector General Coleman confirmed that the Liberian authorities had formally invited the fireplace specialists.
He defined that the request for his or her help was made final yr however was delayed as a result of management transition within the U.S.
“When this incident occurred, we initiated all necessary mutual legal arrangements. However, the U.S. underwent a leadership transition, and the process had to restart,” IG Coleman stated.
He reassured the general public that the crime scene stays intact.
“This is the earliest we could get these experts here. One thing you should be aware of is that the crime scene has been preserved—there has been no tampering,” he emphasised.
The Inspector General additionally clarified that the overseas fireplace specialists usually are not conducting a separate investigation however are supporting the continued probe by the Liberian authorities.
“These experts are here to work with us on our ongoing investigation. They are not launching a separate probe but rather filling in gaps to strengthen our findings,” he said.
He added, “Whatever investigation we have already conducted, the scene remains set for them to examine and assist us in moving forward.”
Despite the continued investigation, IG Coleman asserted that the police have gathered adequate proof to convey prices towards people allegedly concerned within the arson assault.
“The police have enough grounds to lay charges, which is why we have proceeded accordingly,” he stated.
He additional famous that when the overseas fireplace specialists full their investigation, the joint safety forces will maintain a press briefing to offer additional particulars to the general public.