By: Cyrus Borpleh
GRAND KRU COUNTY – The Grandcess Magisterial Court in Grand Kru County is currently undergoing major renovations, a long-overdue initiative spearheaded by Senator Albert Tugbe Chie.
The project is part of efforts to restore law and order in the area following years of judicial dysfunction.
This situation stems from the death of Magistrate Augustine Klah several years ago. As the sole assigned magistrate, his passing led to a complete collapse of the local judicial system, leaving residents without access to legal recourse.
The court building, which housed the magistrate’s office, had fallen into severe disrepair, prompting urgent intervention from local authorities and community leaders.
Frustrated by the prolonged absence of judicial services, Grandcess residents voiced their concerns. “The court hasn’t been active for nearly three years,” locals told reporters, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for justice without a functioning legal institution.
Renovation work officially began on April 23, 2025, and is expected to be completed soon.
Augustine Wollor, Statutory Superintendent of the Grandcess-Wedabo District, told Liberia Excellent News Network over the weekend, stating that the lack of a magistrate has deprived the community of justice for the past three years.
Despite multiple appeals to the resident County Circuit Court Judge, no replacement for Magistrate Klah has been appointed.
Wollor also noted that the District Police Station has similarly suffered from neglect. With no government-assigned police officers, the Community Watch Forum has stepped in to manage the station and refer cases to the Barclayville Police Headquarters for further investigation.
In a promising development, Wollor announced that the Grandcess Police Station is also slated for renovation.
Plans are underway to construct a residential facility for police officers, an initiative led by Senator Chie aimed at strengthening law enforcement in the district.
