The National Civil Society Council of Liberia (NCSCL) has called on the government of Liberia to employ independent prosecutors to handle the investigation into the tragic death of Charlotte Musu.
Development Diaries reports that Musu was killed in a violent incident at the residence of former Chief Justice Gloria Musu Scott in Brewerville on 23 February, 2023.
The police, it was gathered, promptly investigated the circumstances surrounding the incident, which led to Musu Scott and other family members, including Rebecca Wisner, Gertrude Newton, and Alice Johnson, being charged with murder, conspiracy, and making false statements to law enforcement officers.
In a statement, the NCSCL emphasised that the engagement of independent prosecutors would greatly enhance the credibility of the legal process concerning the death of Musu.
‘Cognisant of recent developments, the National Civil Society Council of Liberia (NCSCL) calls upon the government of Liberia to enlist the services of independent prosecutors to handle the investigation into the tragic death of Charlotte Musu at the residence of former Chief Justice Gloria Musu Scott in Brewerville’, the statement read.
‘While we acknowledge the efforts of state lawyers in our country, we believe they require professional support to address cases of this magnitude.
‘For far too long, we have witnessed cases of similar significance being treated with indifference and lack of commitment by the government, which undermines the pursuit of justice.
‘We urge the government of Liberia to demonstrate its seriousness in upholding the rule of law and present a globally recognised image of our commitment’.
The NCSCL further warned against any attempts to politicise the matter, as the ultimate aspiration of all Liberians and the international community is to achieve fair justice, regardless of who may be held responsible.
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