Crime
January 16, 2024
Man Guilty of Possessing Inoperable Pipe Gun Faces $1,000 Fine or Prison Term
Darwin St Alban Crookendale, a 60-year-old carpenter, pleaded guilty to possessing a pipe gun without a valid license. He will pay a $1,000 fine within three weeks to avoid a one-year prison term.
January 15, 2024
NCSA Urges Barbadians to Report Suspected Synthetic Drug Use to Mitigate Deadly Consequences
The National Council on Substance Abuse (NCSA) urges Barbadians to report any suspected usage of synthetic drugs due to potential deadly consequences. Deputy manager Troy Wickham emphasizes this during a community drivethru for Drug Awareness Month.
January 15, 2024
Barbados Sees Significant Decrease in Crime Rates, including Homicides, in 2023
In 2023, Barbados saw a significant decline in crime rates, particularly in homicides, reaching the lowest murder rate in a decade. The decrease was attributed to a gang truce and social intervention programs, although concerns regarding gun violence remain.
January 15, 2024
Car-Ramming Attacks in Central Israel: 1 Killed, 17 Wounded, Palestinian Suspects Arrested
One person killed and 17 wounded in car-ramming attacks in central Israel. Two Palestinian suspects have been arrested in connection with the attacks.
January 14, 2024
Former Surinamese President Desi Bouterse Sought by Police to Serve 20-Year Prison Sentence
Former President Desi Bouterse is being searched for by the police in Paramaribo after failing to turn himself in for a 20-year prison sentence for his involvement in the murder of political opponents in 1982.
January 13, 2024
Fatal Shooting Incident Leaves One Dead at Nursery #2, St Philip: Police Investigating
Read about a shooting incident in St Philip resulting in the death of Shane Parris. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward. Contact details provided.
January 13, 2024
Deadly Shooting Incident at Nursery #2 in St Philip: Police Investigate
Police are investigating a deadly shooting incident in St. Philip, where Shane Parris, 31, was shot and killed by an unidentified man who fled the scene. Anyone with information is urged to contact the authorities.
January 13, 2024
Man Found Dead Identified as Alec Orlando Bourne at Brownes Beach in St. Michael
"Alec Orlando Bourne, a 39-year-old male from Sealy Land, Bank Hall, St Michael, was found dead at Brownes Beach. Police are treating it as an unnatural death. Contact authorities with any relevant information."
January 13, 2024
Body of Man Found Along Browne’s Beach, Identified as Alec Orlando Bourne, Death Investigated by Police
The body of Alec Orlando Bourne, 39, was found on Browne's Beach in Bay Street, St Michael. Police are investigating his death as unnatural and seeking information from the public. Contact police emergency at 211 or Hastings-Worthing Police Station at 430 7614/15.
January 13, 2024
Fatal Shooting at Four Roads, St. Philip: Police Investigate Scene
Stay updated on the latest developments regarding a fatal shooting in Four Roads, St. Philip as law enforcement investigates the scene. Keep informed for more information.
January 13, 2024
Herwin Llewellyn Burrowes Found Guilty of Escaping Police Custody in Barbados
"Herwin Llewellyn Burrowes was found guilty by a jury for escaping police custody over five years ago after being arrested for unlawful possession of cannabis."
January 13, 2024
Former President Donald Trump Ordered to Pay New York Times $400,000 in Legal Fees for Failed Lawsuit
Former President Donald Trump has been ordered to pay the New York Times almost $400,000 in legal fees for a failed lawsuit accusing the newspaper and his estranged niece of a plot to obtain his tax records. The judge dismissed the case last year.