AFL Rejects Fadiga’s Allegations -Calls For Public Trust In Justice System

By Precious D. Freeman
The Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) has categorically rejected allegations made by Hassan Fadiga, who is currently under investigation by the Liberia National Police (LNP) for assaulting an AFL personnel using pepper spray and later wounding him with an open handcuff.
Fadiga’s claims that the Chief of Staff of the AFL intends to harm him are entirely unfounded and only serve to mislead the public.
The AFL reaffirms its commitment to operating under the rule of law and ensuring the safety and security of all citizens, including individuals under investigation.
“We take such claims seriously and assure the public that there is no basis for Fadiga’s statements. Our focus remains on upholding justice and ensuring that the rights of all individuals are respected,” the AFL stated.
The public has been urged to rely on credible sources of information and refrain from spreading misinformation that could undermine the integrity of both the armed forces and the justice system.
It can be recalled that on February 21, 2025, at approximately 5PM, Staff Sergeant Joseph Broh of the 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Brigade, sustained an injury on his right hand below the wrist following an altercation with Fadiga.
Sergeant Broh was driving a Nissan Primera (plate number A116799) from ELWA Junction towards VOA Community, Paynesville. Upon reaching an intersection near Graystone Bricks Factory, he attempted to turn left, while a Renault Duster (plate number A45903), driven by Fadiga, was merging onto the RIA Highway.
Despite there being ample space, Fadiga insisted that Sergeant Broh yield, leading to a verbal exchange.
Fadiga aggressively confronted Sergeant Broh, using two large canisters of pepper spray on him through the driver’s side window.
As Sergeant Broh exited his vehicle in self-defense, he was struck below the right wrist with an open handcuff, causing a punctured wound.
Realizing the severity of the situation, Sergeant Broh contacted his Command Sergeant Major, who immediately dispatched an officer and requested an ambulance from the 14 Military Hospital.
Shortly after, one of the Fadigas, Al Hussein Youjay Fadiga contacted personnel from the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA).
Within minutes, approximately 25 to 30 LDEA officers arrived at the scene in a pickup truck and tricycles.
The AFL has expressed concern over the involvement of LDEA personnel in a civil matter, raising questions about their employment and the scope of their operational protocols.
The AFL’s Military Police, led by its commander, was instructed to support the Liberia National Police in handling the situation.
The police took charge and transported all parties involved to the Zone 8 Police Station, except for Sergeant Broh, who was receiving medical treatment.
The Fadigas were permitted to drive their vehicle to the station but reportedly refused to cooperate with investigators, declining to provide written statements even after their lawyer arrived.
Despite repeated efforts by senior officers from both the AFL and the LNP, the Fadigas remained uncooperative.
At 1100hrs the next day, there was no progress, prompting the AFL Commanding General to recall the Military Police from the Zone 8 Police Station after an unsuccessful attempt to ascertain the investigation’s progress.
Following treatment at the 14 Military Hospital, Sergeant Broh was discharged, with drug and alcohol tests returning negative.
The AFL confirmed that such tests are routine whenever a soldier is involved in an incident subject to Military Police and LNP investigations.
Follow-up treatment for Sergeant Broh is ongoing at the 14 Military Hospital, and the AFL has assured that its personnel will be available whenever the LNP is ready to proceed with its investigation.
The AFL remains committed to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that justice prevails in this matter.