Local News
August 25, 2024
Man Rescued from 40-Foot Well in Long Bay, St Philip with Help of Fire Officers and Residents | Incident Highlights Local Community Collaboration
Man rescued from 40-foot well in Long Bay, St Philip after two hours. Residents assist fire officers in hoisting 53-year-old Eric Dookhic from the pit. Emergency personnel called promptly.
August 24, 2024
Barbados Water Authority Addresses Leak Impacting St. James, St. Peter, and St. Lucy Residents
Barbados Water Authority addresses leak on main in Rock Hall North Distribution System, impacting parts of St James, St Peter, and St Lucy. Updates and assistance provided to affected residents.
August 24, 2024
Man Falls into Well at Long Bay, St Philip: Fire Officials Respond to Scene
Fire officials respond to a man falling into a well in Long Bay, St Philip. Incident reported at 3:16 p.m., with the well's top caving in. Nearby residents alerted emergency services.
August 24, 2024
Man Caught Dumping Garbage Indiscriminately Near The City Raises Concerns - Local Authorities on Alert
Man caught dumping garbage near The City sparks concern from local authorities over public health and flood risks. Sanitation Service Authority warns of ongoing illegal dumping in the area.
August 24, 2024
DLP's 69th Annual General Conference Sees Chaos and Police Intervention on Day Two
The Democratic Labour Party's 69th Annual General Conference faced chaos on day two, with police intervention needed to restore order. Controversial motions and leadership changes led to heated debates among members.
August 24, 2024
Arrests Made in Connection with Serious Offenses in St James: KingAziz Carter, Lamar Marlon Charlemagne Face Charges
KingAziz Carter, 21, and Lamar Marlon Charlemagne, 26, arrested and charged for serious offenses in St James, including murder, wounding, endangering a police officer, possession, and use of a firearm. Scheduled court appearances.
August 24, 2024
Two Charged in Connection with Serious Offences in St. James, Barbados - Details & Court Appearance
KingAziz Carter, 21, and Lamar Marlon Charlemagne, 26, of Fitts Village, St. James, jointly charged for serious offences including murder, wounding, and firearm possession. Remanded to Dodds Prison. Scheduled court appearance on September 16, 2024.
August 23, 2024
Vybz Kartel Receives Medical Treatment in St Vincent and the Grenadines: Prime Minister Gonsalves Calls Accommodation 'Act of Mercy'
Prime Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines, Dr Ralph Gonsalves, extends mercy to Jamaican artiste Vybz Kartel, citing health reasons. Kartel seeks treatment for Graves’ disease in SVG.
August 23, 2024
Jonathan Antonio Campbell, Wesley Elton Wiggins in Police Custody After Wanted Man Bulletin; Assisting in Investigations
Jonathan Antonio Campbell, 18, and Wesley Elton Wiggins, 45, wanted for serious crimes, are now in police custody after turning themselves in with their attorneys. Public assistance appreciated.
August 23, 2024
Man Faces Sentencing After Drug Possession and Traffic Violations Incident in Christ Church
Man caught with drugs after running red light in Barbados faces pre-sentencing report. Delroy Anthony Hendricks, 32, admitted drug possession and traffic violations in court.
August 22, 2024
Fatal Motorcycle Accident on Welches Road, Christ Church: Victim Identified as Jamal Ramsay, Investigation ongoing
Fatal motorcycle accident on Welches Road, Christ Church claims the lives of Jamal Ramsay, 35, and Tishana Ward, 22. Collision involved a Barbados Police Service vehicle. Ongoing police investigations.
August 22, 2024
Barbados Police Notify Public of Black Rock Main Road Collision, Road Blocked
A minor collision involving four vehicles has blocked Black Rock Main Road in St Michael. Motorists advised to seek alternative routes until the road is cleared. Cooperation appreciated by Barbados Police Service.