Crime
January 24, 2024
27-Year-Old Landscaper Remanded to Dodds Prison on Gun and Ammunition Charges in Barbados
A 27-year-old landscaper from St. Philip has been remanded to Dodds Prison on gun and ammunition charges after appearing before a magistrate. He is represented by Senior Counsel Michael Lashley.
January 24, 2024
Justice Greaves Warns Employers of Fines for Dismissing Employees on Jury Duty
Justice Carlisle Greaves warns employers of substantial fines and potential imprisonment for terminating employees on jury duty, citing Section 25A of the Juries Act. Compliance is urged.
January 24, 2024
Man Pleads Guilty and Remanded to Prison After Quarrel with Nurse at St Philip Polyclinic
"A man has been remanded to Dodds Prison after pulling a knife during an argument with a nurse about his daughter being vaccinated at St Philip Polyclinic. He pleaded guilty to charges stemming from the incident."
January 24, 2024
Knife-Wielding Father Assaults Public Servant: Chief Magistrate Remands Suspect to Dodds Prison
Chief Magistrate Ian Weekes remanded a knife-wielding father to prison after stating that individuals cannot assault public servants and expect to go unpunished.
January 24, 2024
Fury in Barbados Farming Community as Farmer Uses Lethal Force to Protect Livelihood
This SEO description captures the main points of the article, presenting them in a concise and neutral manner: "Farmers in Barbados express anger over a farmer resorting to lethal force to protect his crops from theft. Two men were shot dead while harvesting yams."
January 23, 2024
Barbados Prime Minister Rescinds Appointment of Deputy House Speaker Amid Legal Issues
Prime Minister Mia Mottley explains the decision to remove Deputy House Speaker Neil Rowe, allowing him to focus on his ongoing legal issue, while emphasizing that he will remain an MP representing St Michael North West constituency. Parliament has approved Cynthia Forde as his replacement.
January 23, 2024
Prime Minister Mottley's Statement on MP Neil Rowe's Status: Removal as Deputy Speaker and Trial Commitment
Statement by Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley, Deputy Prime Minister Santia Bradshaw, and Attorney General Dale Marshall on the status of MP Neil Rowe and his removal as Deputy Speaker due to a pending rape charge.
January 23, 2024
Former Premier of British Virgin Islands, Andrew Fahie's Trial Postponed to January 29 on Drug Smuggling and Money Laundering Charges
The trial of former British Virgin Islands Premier, Andrew Fahie, facing charges of drug smuggling, money laundering, and racketeering, has been postponed to January 29 by a Miami judge.
January 23, 2024
Neil Rowe, MP for St Michael North West, Removed as Deputy Speaker in House of Assembly
"Neil Rowe, Member of Parliament for St Michael North West, has been removed as Deputy Speaker and replaced by Cynthia Forde following a motion passed in the House of Assembly."
January 23, 2024
Colorado Pastor and Wife Charged with Cryptocurrency Fraud, Accused of Defrauding Local Christians
A Colorado pastor and his wife face charges for defrauding local Christians in a multi-million dollar cryptocurrency scheme. Prosecutors allege they raised over $3 million selling a worthless crypto through their online exchange.
January 23, 2024
St Philip Polyclinic Implements New Security Measures Including Metal Detectors and Additional Officers
"Effective immediately, the St Philip Polyclinic has implemented additional security measures, including metal detectors and private security officers, following a recent incident. Visitors may experience slight delays due to bag checks."
January 23, 2024
Three-Vehicle Accident with Injuries Reported in Collymore Rock, St Michael: Updates Pending
Stay updated on the latest news in St Michael. Nation News reports a three-vehicle accident with injuries near Collymore Rock area. More information to follow.