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Liberia Intercepts $400k Undeclared Cash
Liberian police seize $400,000 in unreported cash during border check.
In brief
Liberian police seize $400,000 in unreported cash during border check. Liberia's National Police intercepted US$400,000 in undeclared cash from a cocoa business owner at the Tienii Checkpoint in Grand Cape Mount County. Originally reported by Allafrica.
Liberia National Police
The Liberia National Police intercepted US$400,000 in undeclared cash during a routine security operation at the Tienii Checkpoint in Grand Cape Mount County.
Cash Discovery Details
The cash was discovered on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at approximately 1:52 p.m., during the search of a Liberian-registered vehicle (A53191) driven by Mr. Abu Toure, 58, of Brewerville.
Source of Funds
Preliminary investigations indicate the money had not been declared at the Liberia-Sierra Leone border, and Mr. Toure stated the funds were proceeds from his cocoa business.
Current Status
The LNP has referred the matter to the Financial Crime Division and Liberia Revenue Authority for further investigation, with no final determination on potential legal violations.
The big picture
Liberia's National Police intercepted US$400,000 in undeclared cash from a cocoa business owner at the Tienii Checkpoint in Grand Cape Mount County.
