Crime
February 1, 2024
Nineteen-Year-Old's Death Determined to be Result of Gunshot Wounds, Pathologist Testifies
The autopsy findings reveal that Nineteen-year-old Ajay Smith's death was caused by gunshot wounds to the heart. The murder trial continues with further evidence presented.
February 1, 2024
Christ Church Resident Convicted of Assault Ordered to Pay $12,000 Compensation or Face Prison Sentence
Adrian Antonio Burke, a resident of Gibbons Terrace, Christ Church, has been ordered to pay a compensation of $12,000 or face three years imprisonment for indecently assaulting a young woman.
February 1, 2024
Mother Questions Delay in Charging Suspect in Assault on Four-Year-Old Daughter at Primary School
Mother questions delay in charging the alleged assailant who sexually assaulted her daughter at a primary school. Police are investigating, but no one is in custody or charged yet.
February 1, 2024
Examining Drug Content in Crop Over Activities: NCSA to Conduct Wastewater Analysis for Drug Abuse Research
The National Council on Substance Abuse (NCSA) plans to conduct a wastewater analysis during Barbados' Crop Over festival to examine drug content. This research initiative aims to enhance drug use studies in Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, and Jamaica under an internationally funded program.
January 31, 2024
Man Injured in Incident at Pinfold Street Junction: Police Seeks Public Assistance
A man in his 40s was taken to Queen Elizabeth Hospital after sustaining injuries in an incident at the junction of Pinfold Street and Coleridge Street. The police are investigating and seek assistance from the public. Contact information is provided for those who can provide information.
January 31, 2024
Man in Custody and Victim Injured in Altercation at Pinfold and Coleridge Streets, The City
A male was injured during an altercation in The City, resulting in one man being taken into police custody. Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information should contact the relevant authorities.
January 31, 2024
Police Respond to Coleridge Street and Pinfold Street Incident Resulting in One Injured Man
Stay updated on the latest incident in St Michael as police investigate. One man has been injured in the area of Coleridge Street and Pinfold Street. More updates to follow.
January 30, 2024
Minister Marsha Caddle Criticizes Barbadians for Online Disinformation in Discussion of Cybercrime Bill 2023
Marsha Caddle, Barbados' Minister of Industry, Innovation and Trade, addresses concerns about the dissemination of online misinformation and calls for an updated Cybercrime Bill to combat cybercrime effectively.
January 30, 2024
Former Pakistan Leader Imran Khan Sentenced to Ten Years in Prison for Leaking State Secrets
"Former Pakistani leader Imran Khan sentenced to ten years in prison for leaking state secrets. Khan's party plans to challenge the decision in a higher court."
January 30, 2024
Taganna Tyrese Clarke's Testimony: Admits to Having Sex but Denies Rape; Claims Complainant Misrepresented Age
Taganna Tyrese Clarke, accused of rape, admits to having consensual sex with the complainant but denies rape. Testimony and written statement entered as evidence by police officer Lisa Munroe Small.
January 30, 2024
Justice Frustrated by Delays in Court Proceedings: Attorneys Request Adjournment for Murder Trial
Madam Justice Laurie-Ann Smith-Bovell expresses frustration over constant trial delays due to unprepared attorneys. She refuses to move a murder trial date to accommodate adjournment requests.
January 30, 2024
The Growing Challenge of Respect for Authority and Trust in the Barbados Police Service
"The public discussion on the falling trust in the Barbados Police Service due to incidents of police misconduct and challenges to authority is examined in this article."