The Government of Liberia (GoL) through the Liberia National Police (LNP) has started raiding the Sime Darby Plantation of illegal palm oil processing mills, and those suspected of illegally residing in some of the company’s housing facilities. In a release, Sime Darby management reported that security guards at the plantation are also refusing to undergo training reportedly conducted by the LNP in techniques for combating crimes. Accordingly, during Monday raid, locals alleged that some security guards were allegedly involved in the illegal processing of mills. Some Sime Darby security are accused of being owners of illegal oil palm processing mills, while others are aiding illegal harvesters. In recent time, communities have publicly voiced their concerns that Sime Darby Security are in cohort with illegal harvesters, something that is increasing theft at the plantation.

Source: Daily Observer March 29, 2019 02:26 UTC