Crime
January 12, 2024
Sharon Blackman's Inspiring Journey of Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Academic Success
"Read the inspiring story of Sharon Blackman, who overcame a history of abuse, homelessness, and teenage pregnancy to achieve academic success and graduate from the University of the West Indies."
January 11, 2024
Police Seek Public's Help to Find Missing 26-Year-Old Shakeil Omar Ifill of Barbados
Police are seeking the public's help to locate missing man Shakeil Omar Ifill, 26, last seen on January 6. Contact District 'B' Police Station or Crime Stoppers with information.
January 11, 2024
Barbados Police Seek Public's Help in Locating Missing Man, Shakeil Omar Ifill
The Barbados Police Service seeks public assistance in locating Shakeil Omar Ifill, a missing 26-year-old man from Lot 28 Constant, Saint George. Contact District 'B' Police Station or Crime Stoppers with information.
January 11, 2024
Vendor Arrested and Charged for Drug Offences and Assault in Swan Street, The City
Jamar Omar Desmond Trotman, a vendor, has been arrested and charged for drug-related offences, including possession and trafficking of cannabis, as well as causing harm to a police constable. He appeared before the District 'A' Magistrate's Court and received a six-month bond and specific instructions regarding his movements. His next court appearance is scheduled for January 18th, 2024.
January 11, 2024
Former Surinamese President Desi Bouterse Ordered to Jail for Involvement in Killings
Former Surinamese President Desi Bouterse, convicted for involvement in the killing of 15 people in 1982, has been ordered to serve his 20-year sentence. He did not request a pardon. Bouterse will be housed in a cell at the Military Hospital.
January 11, 2024
Accused Denies Possession of Cannabis During Police Escape: Rebuttal Evidence Presented
Accused Herwin Llewellyn Burrowes denies having cannabis in his possession, but prosecution presents evidence of his conviction for drug possession on the same day as his escape charge.
January 11, 2024
Man in Custody After Fire at Barker's Road, Haggatt Hall; Seven Displaced
Police have arrested a suspect after a fire in Barker's Road, Haggatt Hall, St Michael. The fire displaced seven people, destroyed one structure, and damaged two others. The Barbados Fire Service responded with a team and appliances. Authorities urge caution with smoke-related activities.
January 10, 2024
Barbados Police Seeks Public Assistance in Locating Junior Ricardo Worrell for Questioning in Connection with Criminal Matters
The Barbados Police Service seeks public assistance to locate Junior Ricardo Worrell, alias 'Gadaffi', wanted for questioning in serious criminal matters. Worrell's description and contact information provided.
January 10, 2024
Two St Michael Men Remanded to Dodds for Murder and Arson Charges in Barbados
"Two St Michael men charged with the murder of Mitchell Nicholls have been remanded to Dodds. They will appear in court on February 7 and January 17 for the murder and arson charges, respectively."
January 10, 2024
Murder Accused Devere Elon Tony Gittens and Victor Martin Hoyte Remanded to Dodds Prison for Alleged Involvement in Mitchell Nicholls Case
Murder accused Devere Elon Tony Gittens and Victor Martin Hoyte of St Michael were remanded to Dodds Prison after appearing in court. They will reappear on February 7.
January 10, 2024
Rape Accused Oliver Chesterfield Fields Testifies to Consensual Encounter with Alleged Victim
"Rape accused Oliver Chesterfield Fields admits to consensual intimacy with alleged victim but disputes rape charges. Details emerge during trial at No. 4A Supreme Court."
January 10, 2024
Two St Michael Men to Appear in Court for Murder of Mitchell Nicholls and Arson Incident
Two St Michael men, Victor Martin Hoyte and Devere Elon Tony Gittens, are to appear in court for the murder of Mitchell Nicholls and arson of a car belonging to Nicholls Bakery Inc.