Crime
January 13, 2024
Georgetown Police Destroy Over $6 Billion Worth of Marijuana in Joint Operation with Guyana Defence Force
Georgetown police, in collaboration with the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), have destroyed over six billion dollars worth of marijuana found on a farm in Upper Berbice River. No individuals were apprehended in the operation.
January 13, 2024
O'neil Recardo Riley Sentenced to Over 5 Years in Prison for Kidnapping and Endangering the Life of a 10-Year-Old Girl
O'Neil Recardo Riley has been sentenced to over five years in Dodds Prison for kidnapping and endangering the life of a 10-year-old girl. Justice Christopher Birch delivered the sentence in the No. 5A Supreme Court.
January 13, 2024
Identification of Deceased Man Found at Brownes Beach, St. Michael, Revealed as Alec Orlando Bourne, 39
Alec Orlando Bourne, 39, was identified as the deceased found at Brownes Beach, St Michael. He resided in Sealy Land, Bank Hall, within the same parish.
January 13, 2024
Man Sentenced to Eight Years for Kidnapping of Ten-Year-Old Girl
A man who abducted a ten-year-old girl from a taxi has been sentenced to eight years in prison, reduced to just over five years after deductions. The 37-year-old was found guilty of unlawfully removing the girl without consent.
January 13, 2024
Man Receives Eight-Year Sentence for Kidnapping 10-Year-Old Girl
Man receives 8-year sentence, serving just over 5 years, for kidnapping and endangering the life of a ten-year-old girl in Barbados. Justice Christopher Birch presided over the case.
January 13, 2024
National Council on Substance Abuse Urges Reporting of Synthetic Drug Usage in Barbados
The National Council on Substance Abuse (NCSA) urges Barbadians to report suspected synthetic drug usage, highlighting the deadly consequences. Testing of suspicious substances can help inform the public about new psychoactive substances.
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.