Liberian Police Says DNA Analysis Excludes The Deputy Min. From Long-Running Rape Case
PHOTO: Dismissed Deputy Youth and Sports Min. Bryant McGill
A DNA analysis report has excluded former Youth and Sports Deputy Minister, Bryant Mccgill in the case involving the rape of a 14-year-old girl, the Liberia National Police (LNP) revealed in Monrovia today, Monday, January 12, 2026, as Garmah Never Lomo reports.
The DNA analysis report underscored its growing reliance on modern forensic science and strict adherence to due process, following the conclusion of a high-profile rape investigation that drew intense public scrutiny.
Addressing journalists on Monday, Inspector General of police Gregory O.W. Coleman in a news conference highlighted the depth and scope of investigative procedures employed by the police in three major criminal cases, including a long-running rape allegation involving a 14-year-old minor.
According to the LNP boss, the investigation marked one of the most technically rigorous probes undertaken by the institution, combining local expertise with international forensic collaboration to ensure objectivity, accuracy, and public confidence.
Coleman disclosed that investigators relied on a range of advanced digital and physical forensic tools, including GSM call logs, data analysis, cell site triangulation, independent GPS verification, CCTV footage review, and comprehensive DNA testing conducted through international partners.
“These methods were applied to eliminate speculation and ensure that conclusions were guided strictly by verifiable evidence,” Coleman explained.
He said the forensic results established that accused Bryant Mccgill who under investigation was not at the alleged crime scene at the relevant time, while DNA analysis excluded him as a contributor to biological material recovered during the investigation.
However, the presence of unidentified male DNA, he noted, confirmed that the offense involved another individual who remains at large.
The Inspector General emphasized that the findings reflect the LNP’s institutional commitment to balancing victim protection with constitutional safeguards for suspects.
“Our responsibility is in two full: to ensure justice for victims and to guarantee fairness and due process for all persons under investigation,” Coleman stated.
He stressed that the conclusion of one investigative track does not signal the end of the case, assuring the public that efforts are ongoing to identify the unknown DNA contributor and bring the perpetrator to justice.
Coleman also called on the victim’s family and the broader public to maintain cooperation with law enforcement, noting that community trust and engagement remain essential to the successful prosecution of serious crimes.
The briefing, he added, demonstrates a renewed focus by the Liberia National Police on evidence driven policing, professional accountability, and the rule of law key pillars in strengthening public confidence in the country’s justice system.