By Precious D. Freeman
The Monrovia City Court at the Temple of Justice has issued a writ of arrest for Miss Liberia 1st Runner-Up, Kindness Wilson, on multiple criminal charges, including simple assault, disorderly conduct, and menacing.
The writ, signed on March 31, 2025, by Stipendiary Magistrate Ben L. Barco and Associate Magistrates, mandates law enforcement officers to apprehend Wilson and present her before the court to respond to the allegations.
According to the legal document, the charges originate from an incident on March 31 at Stella Maris Polytechnic University, situated on 1st Street in Sinkor, Monrovia.
Prosecutors claim Wilson engaged in an altercation, during which she “purposely and intentionally” slapped and physically assaulted the private prosecutrix—whose identity is being withheld—resulting in “severe bodily pains.”
Wilson is accused of threatening the complainant’s life and verbally assaulting her in a manner that subjected the victim to public ridicule and psychological distress.
Authorities assert that these actions contravene Sections 14.21 (Simple Assault), 14.25 (Menacing), and 17.3 (Disorderly Conduct) of the New Penal Law of Liberia.
Prosecutors have characterized Wilson’s conduct as “unlawful, wicked, illegal, and intentional,” arguing that it undermines the peace and dignity of the Republic.
The arrest warrant serves as a legal authorization for law enforcement to detain Wilson pending further court proceedings.
This case has garnered widespread public interest, given Wilson’s prominent status as a national pageant figure.
Legal analysts suggest the proceedings could serve as a high-profile test of Liberia’s commitment to upholding the rule of law, irrespective of social standing.
The Monrovia City Court is expected to schedule an initial hearing following Wilson’s arrest.