Chinese national Gao Feng has been indicted by Liberian authorities for leading a large-scale illegal mining operation, depriving the Liberian government of over US$29 million in revenue. The indictment accuses Gao Feng and several associates of economic sabotage, tax evasion, and criminal conspiracy. In response to complaints, the Ministry of Mines and Energy launched investigations, resulting in raids on Gao Feng's mining sites. While seven associates were apprehended, Gao Feng and many others managed to escape. A writ of arrest has been issued alongside a travel ban to prevent them from fleeing the country. However, the case faces challenges due to alleged corruption and interference from some government officials. Illegal mining has had a devastating impact on Liberia's environment and economy, with unregulated mining practices leading to deforestation, soil erosion, and water pollution.