Twelve Liberian nationals have been deported from the United States after serving prison sentences for crimes including rape, assault, and robbery. They arrived at Roberts International Airport and were processed by Liberian authorities for identification and reintegration.
The group arrived at Roberts International Airport on Tuesday, March 31, where officers of the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS) took custody upon landing.
Authorities say the deportation followed the completion of jail terms tied to multiple offenses, including violent crimes and breaches of public order laws.
According to LIS, the individuals were convicted of serious charges such as rape, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, molestation of a minor, domestic violence, robbery, burglary, larceny, and child neglect. Other offenses include failure to register as a sex offender, resisting arrest, driving under the influence (DUI), and additional crimes against persons.
Officials explained that deportations of this nature are usually carried out on chartered flights, escorted by U.S. security personnel. Those repatriated are only returned after fully serving their sentences.
Upon arrival in Liberia, the deportees were transferred to the Liberia National Police (LNP) for identification, fingerprinting, and documentation processes. After verification and background checks, they are later released to their families under LIS monitoring.
Authorities say the process is designed to maintain accountability while allowing former offenders a path toward reintegration into society.
