Local News
August 7, 2024
Coconut Vendor Granted Bail in Wounding Charge Case: Kamal Kemar Harewood's Legal Proceedings Explained
Coconut vendor Kamal Kemar Harewood, accused of wounding Devon Cox, was granted bail in Bridgetown court. Represented by attorney Nevile Reid, he will appear in court on December 10.
August 7, 2024
Revitalising Bridgetown Beyond Flagship Projects: Insights from Leading Businessman Eddy Abed
Barbados Chamber of Commerce chairman Eddy Abed advocates for revitalizing Bridgetown by repopulating the city center to attract businesses and create a vibrant evening scene, emphasizing the importance of private sector involvement.
August 6, 2024
33-Year-Old Chalky Mount Resident Arrested and Charged with Murder in Barbados
Kevin Don Pedro Chandler, 33, from Chalky Mount, St Andrew, charged with Seth Batson's murder on June 19, 2024. Remanded to Barbados Prison Service, awaiting further court appearance on August 12.
August 6, 2024
Barbados Police Seek Public Help in Identifying Person of Interest Linked to Christ Church Incident
Barbados Police seek public assistance to identify and locate a person of interest linked to a criminal incident in Christ Church. Contact authorities with information; harboring wanted individuals is a punishable offense.
August 6, 2024
Barbados Police Seek Public Help in Identifying Person of Interest in Christ Church Crime - Photo Released
Barbados Police seek public help to identify person of interest in Christ Church criminal incident. Photo released. Contact authorities with information. Reminder: harboring wanted individuals is a serious offense.
August 6, 2024
St Andrew Man Accused of Murder Remanded to Dodds Following Court Appearance
Kevin Don Pedro Chandler, 33, from St Andrew, remanded to Dodds for the murder of Seth Batson in Holetown. Batson's body found with gunshot wounds at Belleplaine Playing field. Reappearance set for Monday.
August 6, 2024
Bahamas High Court Orders $2M Compensation for Jamaican Wrongfully Held in Prison
Bahamian authorities ordered to pay $2 million to Jamaican wrongfully held in prison for nearly 10 years. Charges of rape, murder, and housebreaking dismissed; court acknowledges difficulties in mounting defense.
August 6, 2024
Barbados Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Missing Patient, Jade Barnett, 18
The Barbados Police Service seeks public assistance in locating Jade Barnett, 18, who escaped from the Psychiatric Hospital in St Michael. Description and contact details provided for information.
August 6, 2024
Bangladesh Prime Minister Resigns Amid Anti-Government Protests, Flees to India: Army Chief Announces Interim Government
Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigns and flees to India amid deadly anti-government protests. Army chief confirms resignation and promises interim government. Violent clashes lead to 91 deaths, including police officers.
August 6, 2024
Barbados Police Seek Public's Help to Locate Missing 18-Year-Old Patient, Jade Barnett
Barbados Police seek public help to locate Jade Barnett, 18, with mental health challenges. She escaped from Psychiatric Hospital on July 29th. Description and contact details provided for assistance.
August 6, 2024
US Funeral Home Ordered to Pay $950m in Decaying Bodies Scandal | Penrose, Colorado
US funeral home ordered to pay $950m to families after giving fake ashes. Owners face criminal charges for abuse of corpse, theft, and more. Civil case open for more victims.
August 6, 2024
SOCA 5.0 Rescheduled for Today at National Botanical Gardens, Barbados: Tickets Honored
SOCA 5.0 event at National Botanical Gardens, Barbados, postponed due to severe weather. Tickets honored for rescheduled show. Updates on new date provided by NCF.