Tragedy Hit River Gee: Logging Accident Claims One Life in Dweh Village

River Gee County:  A tragic incident has rocked the quiet community of Dweh Village, commonly known as Palm Wine Village, after a logging accident claimed the life of 34-year-old Charles Katieh.

According to K-NEWS River Gee correspondent, the fatal accident occurred while Katieh was assisting a power saw operator during a routine tree-felling operation.

In a sudden turn of events, the large tree being cut fell in the wrong direction, striking Katieh and causing immediate fatal injuries.

Despite urgent rescue efforts, the 34-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.

Local authorities swiftly organized a 15-member coroner jury to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident.

Findings from the investigation confirmed that Katieh died instantly from the impact. His body has since been released to his family for burial.

The incident has sparked growing concern over the lack of safety measures and regulatory oversight in forest-related labor throughout River Gee’s remote communities.

Residents are calling for stronger safety protocols and training to prevent future tragedies.

Family and friends remember Charles Katieh as a hardworking young man whose life was cut tragically short.

His death adds to ongoing conversations about the risks faced by workers in Liberia’s logging sector.