Individuals and some public officials bent on the usage of sirens on their vehicles might soon face the wrath of the Liberia National Police in a nationwide crackdown on unauthorized users. In an effort to ensure the enforcement of the law is coordinated, Inspector General Gregory O.W. Coleman has written the House of Representatives, indicating the need to regulate the use of sirens on vehicles across Liberia.
In his communication, Coleman expressed concern about the unauthorized use of sirens by some government officials and individuals, stressing that it poses threats to public safety. The Inspector General warns that sirens should only be used in specific emergency situations in keeping with appropriate portions of the law.
Coleman reminded the lawmakers of Title 38, Chapter 6, Section 6.21 of the 1972 Vehicle and Traffic Law of Liberia, which states that “Any authorized Police, Fire, or other Emergency or official vehicle may be equipped with a siren, whistle, or bell of a type approved by the Minister, which device shall be capable of emitting sound audible under normal conditions at a distance of at least 500 feet. Such siren, whistle, or bell shall not be used except when the vehicle is being operated in response to a fire alarm or other emergency call, in the immediate pursuit of a suspected criminal, or on other emergency business.”
He added that any misuse of sirens will be met with strict enforcement and penalties. The Police Chief admonished lawmakers to act in keeping with the law and adhere to these regulations controlling the use of sirens. Meanwhile, the Leadership of the House of Representatives has acknowledged receipt of a formal communication from the Inspector General of the Liberia National Police (LNP), Gregory O.W. Coleman, regarding the urgent need to enforce the regulation of vehicular sirens.
As a result of the communication, the Police Inspector General has been invited to appear before the House Leadership on Monday, August 11, 2025, to provide further briefings. The House of Representatives says it remains committed to upholding public safety and ensuring that Liberia’s laws are applied fairly and consistently across all sectors of society.
