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The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force

Published 17 April 2017

REPORT OF ARRESTS, CONVICTIONS AND OTHER ACTIVITIES

Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 11, 2017, (RSCNPF): Below is a report of Arrests, Convictions and other activities recorded by the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force for the period April 9-10, 2017.

ARREST AND BAIL:
Arrested/Bailed: Chester Joseph of Half Moon Bay was arrested, formally charged and cautioned for the offence of Driving under the influence committed on 10th April 2017. He was granted bail sum of $5000.00 ECD for his appearance at Basseterre Magistrate Court on April 13.

Arrested/Bailed: Darille Warner of Middle Island was arrested, formally charged and cautioned for the offence of Possession of Cannabis and Possession of Cannabis With Intent to Supply. He was granted bail in the sum of $10,000, for his appearance in court.

Bailed: Euklyn Daniel of Sandy Point who was arrested and charged for the offences of possession of cannabis and possession of cannabis with intent to supply committed on April 08 was granted bail in the sum of $5000.00 for his appearance at the Basseterre Magistrate Court.

Bailed: Calvery Thomas of Farms Housing who was arrested and charged for the offence of Larceny was granted bail in the sum of $5,000.00 for his appearance at the Dieppe Bay Magistrate Court on May 08.

OTHER ACTIVITY:
Search Warrants Executed: Police executed a Search Warrant on a premises in Farms Housing. The warrant was executed in search of illegal firearms, ammunition, and items used in criminal enterprise.

Citizen Safety: Police continue to conduct Vehicle Check Points, and Stop and Searches along the island main road on St. Kitts and Nevis. Officers continue to conduct searches of abandoned properties and lots. The execution of search warrants continue as well. These activities are being conducted in support of anti-crime objectives to remove illegal firearms and ammunition, illegal drugs and other instruments that can be used to commit crimes from our communities.

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The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force

Published 17 April 2017

POLICE CONDUCTS SECOND ILLEGAL DRUG BURN FOR 2017

Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 13, 2017 (RSCNPF): A controlled burn by the Anti Drug Unit/Special Services Unit on Wednesday (April 12) resulted in the destruction of a large quantity of marijuana.

The burn at a secured location saw the destruction of over 8,000 marijuana plants seized during Operations and Patrols over the last months.

On the fire being fed by discarded pallets and a few automobile tires were the plants of varying sizes and marijuana packaged for sale.

“This is our second burn for the year, the last one we did just over 2000 plants,” said, Inspector(Ag) Reynold Myers as he monitored the raging fire being tended by officers of the SSU. He added, “we will continue to search, and when we find, we will uproot, seize and burn”. It is our goal, to rid our communities illegal drugs and instruments that can be used to commit crimes.”

Inspector Myers also took time to note that the Police ongoing Counter Drug activities are supported by the St. Kitts Nevis Defence Force and Her Majesty’s Customs and Excise Department.

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Nevis Deputy Premier Expresses Outrage at Latest Murder. Calls for a United Response

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Published 17 April 2017

St.Kitts-Nevis Minister of Foreign Affairs and Deputy Premier of Nevis Hon. Mark Brantley is expressing outrage at the senseless murder that took place on Nevis during the early hours of Easter Monday morning.

Police reports indicate that a vehicle carrying two females were fired upon some 30 plus times by unknown assailants leaving one female dead and the other hospitalized in serious condition.

In commenting on the tragic incident Hon. Brantley expressed outrage and called on citizens to unite in response to the senseless murder.

Hon. Brantley took to social media and stated “I have learnt of the tragic loss of yet another young life in Nevis (this time a young mother) and the injuries suffered by another young woman. My deepest condolences to the families affected by this terrible tragedy and to the whole Nevisian community. These senseless cowardly acts perpetuated by the few do not and will never define us as a society or a community. I urge all having information which can help the Police in their investigation to contact the Police urgently. The days of seeing and not seeing must now be over. This social disease of crime must have a united societal response. The harbourer is worse than the thief so if you see something please say something and let us work together to rid our societies of this cancer of criminality. Let us even as we register our outrage take a moment to pray for the victims and their families.”

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Murder in Nevis

Published 17 April 2017

NEVIS POLICE INVESTIGATING LATEST SHOOTING

The incident occurred about 3.45am on Monday (April17).

Initial investigations revealed that two (2) females were shot by an unknown assailant(s) while sitting in a parked car in the area. Both individuals received gunshot injuries and were taken to the Alexandra Hospital for treatment.

One of the victims died at the hospital. Confirmed dead is Morella Webbe, 28 and injured is Sonia Grant, 34.

Morella Webbe, 28

“As we investigate this incident, we urge anyone who may have seen or heard anything to call the Police. Together we can rid our communities of the senseless violence. Our Forensics Unit has canvassed the scene but your assistance coupled with what we do will be difference in solving these crimes,” said Head of the Nevis Division, Superintendent Trevor Mills.

Superintendent Mills added, “Persons can assist the police in this crime, or any other crime by calling any Police Station in the federation, Crime Stoppers, our confidential hotline, at 1-800-8477 or by using the SKN Crime Reporter App on their Smartphone to share the information.”

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HMP INMATES TESTIFY TO SUCCESS OF PROJECT STOP ‘N’ THINK

Published 13 April 2017

Travis DuPorte embraces Dr. Chitan

Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 11, 2017 (SKNIS): Several inmates at Her Majesty’s Prison (HMP) have thanked the Ministry of National Security in St. Kitts, as well as Crime Reduction Specialist, Dr. Neals Chitan for believing that they can change and equipping them with behavioural and coping strategies to achieve this.

Thirty of the men graduated from the 10-week Project Stop ‘n’ Think programme created by Dr. Chitan, which explored the roots of crime and used various techniques that encouraged the participants to “always stop and think before you proceed.” The graduation ceremony was held on Saturday, April 08, at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Basseterre.

Marius Webbe, who is presently serving a 30-year sentence, described the intervention by Dr. Chitan as “much needed,” noting that it brought a measure of hope to himself and his peers. The inmate also credited Superintendent of Prisons, Mr. Junie Hodge, and his staff for reinforcing the rehabilitation and reform agenda at HMP. Mr. Webbe described Project Stop ‘n’ Think as an excellent complementary programme.

“I say to Mr. Chitan, you are an inspirer, a go getter and one who we have adopted as a mentor, a father. Thank you for giving me my hope back and [on behalf] of our residents, I say you are our guiding light,” Mr. Webbe stated.

Wycliffe Liburd shared similar sentiments as Webbe, while adding that the inmates were challenged to reflect on past missteps and on who they are. He became emotional while sharing his thoughts and apologized to his mother for disappointing her by being in prison, rather than having an honest job and contributing productively to society.

Travis DuPorte and Raheem Crossley also gave positive reviews of the programme and said they were committed to leading more positive lives and helping others to do the same.

Dr. Chitan said he enjoyed working with the inmates and learnt from them during the weekly sessions, which often ran longer than scheduled. He encouraged the general public to give the persons who are eligible for release a second chance as they reintegrate into society.