Herbalist Confesses to US$500 “Lightning Ritual” Linked to Death of Motorcyclist in Grand Bassa

Grand Bassa, Liberia: Police detain suspect as disturbing claims surface in alleged spiritual attack case

A licensed herbalist identified as Saah Quetomo is in police custody after reportedly admitting to receiving money to carry out a ritual that he claims led to the death of a motorcyclist, Marcus Kardyu, in Grand Bassa County on May 5.

During a recorded interview, Quetomo alleged that a man, identified as Mr. Freemen, approached him claiming that Kardyu owed him money and had refused to pay. He further stated that he was paid to perform what he described as a “mirror drawing” ritual intended to target the victim.

According to Quetomo’s statement, he charged US$500 for the job and received an initial payment of US$300. He claimed he then created an image of Kardyu in a mirror and handed a knife to the complainant, instructing him to strike the reflection.

In his account, Quetomo said the action allegedly triggered a lightning strike that resulted in Kardyu’s death.

“I drew Marcus in the mirror and gave Freeman the knife to strike the picture… and the lightning fired and killed him physically,” he said during the interview.

Authorities have not independently verified the claims surrounding the alleged ritual or the circumstances described in the confession. However, Quetomo remains in police custody as investigations continue into the incident.

Police sources say further inquiries are underway to determine the full chain of events, including the role of all individuals mentioned.

The case has sparked widespread attention due to the unusual nature of the allegations and the ongoing legal investigation into Kardyu’s death.

On May 5, a motorcyclist identified as Marcus Kardyu died in Grand Bassa County under unclear circumstances. Initial reports suggested the death may have been linked to violent or unnatural causes, which triggered public concern and police attention.

As investigations developed, a licensed herbalist, Saah Quetomo, was later arrested and questioned by police.

During interrogation, Quetomo allegedly confessed that he was contacted by a man identified as Mr. Freemen, who claimed that Marcus Kardyu owed him money and refused to pay.

Quetomo stated that he agreed to carry out a spiritual job for US$500, receiving US$300 upfront. He further claimed he performed what he described as a “mirror drawing” ritual intended to target the victim.

He alleged that a knife was used against the mirror image and that this action resulted in a “lightning strike” that caused Kardyu’s death.

Police have since taken Quetomo into custody while continuing investigations to verify the confession and determine the actual cause of death, as well as the involvement of other individuals mentioned.