Monrovia, Liberia — The Liberia National Police has formally charged Mr. Samuel P. Jackson in connection with the death of his wife, N-tom-bee-keh-yee-seh Innocentia Khumalo, a South African national, following what authorities describe as a comprehensive and evidence-driven investigation.
Speaking to members of the press, diplomatic community, and justice sector stakeholders, Police Inspector General Gregory Coleman confirmed the charges and extended condolences to the victim’s family and the people of South Africa, emphasizing the seriousness of the case.
According to Coleman, the investigation—led by the Crime Against Persons Unit, the Forensic Section, and supported by medical authorities and the Montserrado County Coroner—uncovered what he described as “a body of evidence that cannot be ignored.”
Police findings indicate a pattern of prior violence against the victim, supported by witness testimonies, photographic documentation, and recorded communications. Authorities also established that the accused was the last known person with the victim inside a secured residence and the first to discover her unconscious in a pool of blood.
Forensic and medical reports revealed multiple injuries, including contusions to the forehead, back of the head, and chest, as well as a laceration and hemorrhage to the back of the head. Investigators believe the injuries point to a sequence in which a blunt force impact to the chest caused the victim to fall backward, resulting in fatal head trauma.
The police further alleged negligence on the part of the suspect, stating that the victim had a known medical condition that could trigger seizures, yet was left alone in a locked environment and allegedly provided with stimulants—actions authorities say constitute a breach of duty of care.
Additionally, investigators cited post-incident conduct by the suspect, including a delay in notifying law enforcement and indications that the scene may have been altered before police arrived.
While a full autopsy report is pending, toxicology results are expected within two weeks, which officials say will provide further clarity on the cause of death.
Based on the evidence gathered, Mr. Jackson has been formally charged with manslaughter, negligent homicide, aggravated assault, and reckless endangerment, in violation of Liberia’s Revised Penal Code. The case has been forwarded to the courts for adjudication.
Inspector General Coleman stressed that the police do not determine guilt, noting that the accused remains presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
“This case underscores that violence in private spaces is not beyond the reach of the law, and neglect that leads to harm or death carries criminal responsibility,” Coleman stated.
The Liberia National Police has assured both the Liberian public and the Government of South Africa that the investigation was conducted with professionalism, transparency, and adherence to international standards.
Authorities are urging the public to allow the judicial process to proceed without interference, as the case now moves before the courts.
