MONROVIA – Questions continue over why J. Bryant McGill, Deputy Minister for Development at the Ministry of Youth and Sports, has not been arrested following allegations that he sexually assaulted a 14-year-old girl.
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Gregory Coleman clarified that McGill’s position does not place him above the law. “No one is above the law in this country,” Coleman said, emphasizing that arrests in sexual assault cases require careful legal procedures to ensure successful prosecution.
Investigators are still gathering evidence, including interviewing the victim, family members, and ministry staff, reviewing CCTV footage, reconstructing the alleged crime scene, and obtaining geospatial data from the suspect’s call logs. DNA testing is also being requested, with technical support sought from the U.S. Embassy.
“The last thing we want is to rush an arrest and risk letting the suspect walk free,” Coleman explained. “We are committed to following all steps carefully so that justice is served.”
McGill is cooperating with authorities and has been questioned multiple times. Meanwhile, the victim is under the care of the Ministry of Gender and Social Protection, receiving psychosocial support and protection.
IGP Coleman urged the public to remain patient and avoid speculation. He reassured Liberians that once investigators establish probable cause and gather sufficient evidence, McGill will be arrested and prosecuted according to the law.
“The protection of one child is the protection of all children,” Coleman said. “This case will not be swept under the carpet. Justice will be served.”
Presidential Action
Meanwhile, in response to mounting pressure, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai late Wednesday night, suspended Deputy Minister McGill pending the outcome of the investigation. An Executive Mansion release confirmed that this decision aligns with the government’s zero-tolerance policy toward sexual and gender-based violence and aims to ensure a fair and transparent investigation. Minister of State for Presidential Affairs-designate, Samuel A. Stevquoah, officially notified McGill of his suspension.
While Deputy Minister J. Bryant McGill is reportedly cooperating with authorities, his continued freedom raises serious concerns about the integrity of the investigation. As a high-ranking official, McGill has access to resources and networks that could potentially be used to tamper with evidence, intimidate witnesses, or obstruct justice. Arresting him would not only mitigate these risks but also ensure that the investigation proceeds without undue interference, reinforcing public trust in the justice system and demonstrating the government’s commitment to accountability.
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