Monrovia, March 13 -- The Supreme Court of Liberia has temporarily halted a criminal investigation by lawmakers into a Chinese national, Michael Shio, who is accused of attempting to murder a Liberian citizen.

By Victoria G Wesseh. Victoriag.wesseh@frontpageafricaonline.com

The investigation was suspended following a temporary stay order issued by Associate Justice Cianna Clinton-Johnson.

The case stems from a petition filed by Shio's lawyer, Cllr. Jimmy Saah Bombo, seeking a writ of prohibition against the lawmakers' actions. Justice Clinton-Johnson has scheduled a hearing for March 19, 2025, to further consider the matter.

Shio, who was accused of pouring hot oil on the victim, Momo David, and then instructing his dogs to bite him...