Monrovia, Jan. 22 -- The Inspector General of Police Patrick Sudue said he respects the court and will not do anything to impede its functions.

The Inspector General of the Liberia National Police has refuted allegations that he disrespected the Criminal Court 'C' and insulted its ministerial officer. The sheriff had gone to serve a write of summons on the police chief.

Patrick Sudue, speaking to reporters in Monrovia Tuesday, January 21, said he respects the court and will not do anything to impede its functions.

"I will like to say that the Executive and the Judiciary cannot go at loggerhead, and I will never, in no way, disrespect the court - the court and the police work hand-in-hand," he said.

The Police chief comments come after...