James T. BrooksMonrovia, Liberia — January 2026 — New data released by the Liberia National Police reveals a grim toll on the nation’s highways, with at least 236 people killed in road crashes over the past year. According to police statistics, Liberia recorded a total of 1,564 road traffic accidents in 2025, leaving 992 people injured in addition to the fatalities. The Minister attributed this gap largely to the high number of men operating commercial motorcycles and tricycles. Minister Piah also expressed deep concern over a rising trend in hit-and-run incidents, particularly during late-night and early-morning hours. The Minister urged motorists, commercial tricycle operators, and motorcyclists to obey traffic laws and drive responsibly, concluding that reducing road deaths will require a combination of rigorous law enforcement and a fundamental shift in public discipline.

Source: GNN Liberia January 23, 2026 13:46 UTC