IPNEWS: The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection acknowledges the update from the Liberia National Police (LNP) regarding the outcome of the Investigation of Rape allegation against former Deputy Minister J.Bryant McGill involving a 14-year-old girl, a case that has drawn significant national attention and highlights the urgent need for decisive and transparent justice.
The Ministry takes note of the result of DNA Analysis recently announced by the Liberia National Police (LNP) on the survivor’s clothing. In view of the seriousness of the crime and the implications on child protection and public confidence in the justice system, the Ministry calls on the LNP to take immediate steps to continue its investigation and swiftly identify and arrest the alleged perpetrator responsible for this heinous act, in full accordance with the laws of the Republic of Liberia.
While the LNP has indicated that the investigation remains ongoing, the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection wishes to assure the Liberian public that it will maintain close and continuous engagement with the Police to ensure that this matter is handled with the highest levels of urgency, professionalism, and transparency, and that justice is delivered wit out delay for the survivor.
The Ministry’s legal team is fully engaged and will continue to work with the LNP and other justice-sector institutions to follow up on this case, provide legal and technical support as required, and ensure that the rights, safety, and dignity of the child are fully protected throughout the process.
The Ministry reiterates its zero-tolerance policy for rape, sexual exploitation, and all forms of violence against children. We strongly encourage the public to remain vigilant and to report all cases of abuse through the appropriate channels, including the 116 toll-free line.
Protecting Liberia’s children is a national responsibility. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection remains unwavering in its commitment to working with law enforcement and the justice system to ensure that perpetrators are held fully accountable and that survivors receive the protection, care, and justice they deserve.
