Crime
July 23, 2024
Barbados Police Service Enhances Training Facilities for Increasing Number of Female Recruits
Barbados Police Service to accommodate increasing number of female recruits with US$550,000 contribution for renovations and $6 million investment in new dormitories at Regional Police Training Centre.
July 23, 2024
U.S. Secret Service Director Resigns After Rally Shooting: Agency Under Scrutiny
U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigns following scrutiny over failure to prevent an attempt on former President Donald Trump's life. President Biden plans to appoint a successor amid ongoing review.
July 23, 2024
US Secret Service Director Resigns Amid Criticism Over Presidential Rally Shooting
US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigns following scrutiny over failure to prevent an attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Bipartisan calls for resignation amid ongoing investigations into security lapses.
July 23, 2024
High Court Judge Calls for Increased Maximum Sentence for Indecent Assault
High court judge advocates for raising maximum sentence for indecent assault after sentencing a man to four years for assaulting his five-year-old niece multiple times. Discounted for guilty plea and time served.
July 23, 2024
Man Remanded to Dodds Prison After Threatening Special Constable: Court Case Details
Khalil Javaar Hurley, 25, remanded to Dodds Prison for threatening to shoot a special constable. Hurley pleaded guilty to charges including issuing threats and assaulting the constable. Sentencing set for August 19.
July 23, 2024
Man Sentenced to Nine Months in Prison for Illegal Entry and Theft at House of Woman with Dementia
Man sentenced to nine months in prison for illegally entering a house and stealing items from a woman with dementia. The thief left behind his clothing, caught on camera.
July 23, 2024
Uncle Sentenced to Eight Years for Indecent Assault on Niece: Details Emerge as Court Considers Diagnosis
Uncle sentenced to 8 years for indecent assault on niece. Diagnosed with paedophilia disorder, requires confined space and treatment. Offences occurred in the home, deemed very serious by the judge.
July 23, 2024
Barbados Police Service Faces Recruitment Challenges Due to Lack of Accommodation Facilities, Attorney General Reveals
Insufficient accommodation facilities in Barbados Police Service lead to turning away women recruits annually. Efforts to address the issue include a partnership with the US for new dormitories at the training center.
July 22, 2024
Lawmakers Demand Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle's Resignation After Trump Assassination Attempt
Lawmakers from both parties urge Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to resign following the assassination attempt on Donald Trump. Hearing reveals security lapses and bipartisan demand for accountability.
July 21, 2024
Murder in Bartlett’s Tenantry: Concerns Rise Amidst Rising Violence | eNATION Edition
Article discusses the impact of a recent murder in Bartlett’s Tenantry, Sergeant’s Village, where Tyrelle Prescod, 33, was shot multiple times. Residents express concerns about ongoing violence in the area.
July 21, 2024
Barbadians Reflect on National Issue of Violence through Collective Prayer: A Vision of Peace Event Recap
Barbadians pause for a moment of reflection on violence following Prime Minister Mottley's call. The Tyrese Caesar Foundation hosts a Vision of Peace Prayer Breakfast to combat gun violence in Barbados.
July 21, 2024
Police-Involved Investigations, Including Death in Custody, Reach Standstill | eNATION
Investigations into police-involved incidents, including the death of Kemo Grant in custody, are currently unresolved. Commissioner of Police Richard Boyce confirmed the ongoing status of these cases.