The Liberia National Police (LNP), in collaboration with the leadership of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), successfully conducted a two-day capacity-building workshop for LDEA commanders, investigators, sectional heads, and their deputies from Montserrado County.
According to a press release dated April 28, 2026, the training was specifically designed to strengthen operational effectiveness, enhance investigative skills, and improve professional conduct in the discharge of duties across various assignments.
Furthermore, the opening ceremony was graced by LDEA, OIC DCP Fitzgerald T. M. Biago, Deputy for Administration Colonel Ernest T. Tarpeh, and ACP Patrick Kormazu, Officer-in-Charge for Operations, and many others. In OIC remarks delivered on behalf of the administration of LDEA, participants were urged to remain focused, open-minded, and fully engaged throughout the training.
Emphasis was placed on the importance of continuous learning, regardless of prior knowledge or experience. Appreciation was also extended to the LNP–LDEA partnership, with facilitators commended for delivering timely and impactful subject matter.
The key training areas include Crime Scene Investigation, Chain of Custody, Statement Taking, Interview Techniques, Report Writing, and Development of Charge Sheets. The expectation is that officers will exercise professional investigative processes and determine appropriate law enforcement actions in line with established standards
The workshop marks a significant step toward strengthening inter-agency collaboration and enhancing the professionalism of officers in the effective administration of justice. The LDEA urges the public to continue to assist the Agency in the fight against drug trafficking by reporting any suspicious activities.
