Crime
December 30, 2023
Homeless Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing from Warehouse in the City, Faces Suspended Sentence
Homeless man pleads guilty to stealing from a warehouse, faces suspended sentence due to health condition and previous convictions. Legal consequences emphasized.
December 29, 2023
19-Year-Old Woman Dies After Collapsing at Christ Church Establishment: Police Investigating
A 19-year-old woman named Kandi Michelle Douglas collapsed and died at Incognito in Christ Church. Police are investigating the incident.
December 29, 2023
Police Investigate Unnatural Death of 19-Year-Old at Christ Church Establishment
Authorities are looking into the death of Kandi Michelle Douglas, a 19-year-old resident of Chancery Lane, Christ Church, who collapsed and became unresponsive at Incognito on Maxwell main road.
December 29, 2023
Body of Adult Male Discovered in 50-Foot Well in St Michael, Investigation Underway
Emergency personnel retrieve a body discovered in a well at Exchange Hill, St Michael. The adult male victim remains unidentified. Incident reported by Police Communications and Public Affairs Officer Inspector Rodney Inniss.
December 29, 2023
Barbados Police Service Investigates Allegations of Poor Customer Service in Shooting Incident Reported by Donisha Best
The Barbados Police Service (BPS) has launched an investigation into alleged poor customer service during a reported shooting incident, promising appropriate action if misconduct is proven.
December 29, 2023
Body Found in 50-foot Well at Exchange Hill: Police and Fire Officials Continue Recovery Efforts near Bibby's Lane, St Michael
Efforts to recover a body found in a well at Exchange Hill, St. Michael continue. Police are investigating the incident, with the identity of the deceased still unknown.
December 29, 2023
Barbados Muslim Community Responds to Derogatory Remarks in Viral Video at Crane Hotel
Barbados' Muslim community expresses disapproval of derogatory remarks captured in a viral video. The Barbados Muslim Association urges the hotel involved to condemn the incident and denounces acts of intolerance.
December 29, 2023
Chief Magistrate admonishes man for receiving stolen goods: A warning against unethical practices
Discover the cautionary words of Chief Magistrate Ian Weekes as he admonishes a man who pleaded guilty to receiving stolen goods. An important reminder to avoid benefiting from others' misfortune.
December 28, 2023
PSV Owners Call for Renewed Oversight and Collaboration to Address Delinquent Behavior by Minibuses and Taxis
The chairman of the Alliance Owners of Public Transport (AOPT) has expressed concerns about delinquent behavior by minibuses and taxis in Barbados, calling for renewed oversight and collaboration with the authorities.
December 28, 2023
Man Facing Fraud Charges for Burglary at Deputy Prime Minister's Constituency Office
A 58-year-old man is facing fraud charges after burglarizing the constituency office of Deputy Prime Minister Santia Bradshaw. He pleaded guilty to stealing various items and attempting to obtain funds through forged checks. The man, who has multiple prior convictions, apologized for his actions. He received two nine-month prison sentences for the burglaries.
December 28, 2023
Chief Magistrate Calls for Heavier Fines for Withdrawing Charges, Highlights Strain on Police Resources
Chief Magistrate Ian Weekes discusses the need for stricter consequences and fines for complainants withdrawing charges, highlighting the impact on police resources and the responsibility of parents in handling domestic matters.
December 28, 2023
Chief Magistrate Proposes Charging Complainants $10,000 for Dropping Police Cases, News
Chief Magistrate Ian Weekes expresses his desire to implement legislation to charge complainants who drop cases after involving the police, potentially imposing a fine of up to $10,000.