February 18, 2025

February 18, 2025 by Amit Uttamchandani 0 comments

Gun Crime Surge: Attorney General Warns of Long Road to Recovery

Attorney General Dale Marshall highlighted the rising trend of firearm-related murders in Barbados, even during years when overall murder rates declined. Citing statistics from 1987 to 2024, he pointed out that firearm killings have significantly increased, with 34 out of 49 murders in 2024 involving guns. Marshall praised The Barbados Police Service (TBPS) for its…

February 18, 2025 by Amit Uttamchandani 0 comments

Gun-Wielding Robber Remanded After Market Hill Supermarket Heist

Daquan Straker, a 24-year-old labourer, has been remanded in connection with the recent robbery at Market Hill Supermarket. He faces charges of aggravated burglary and brandishing a firearm while committing an indictable offense on February 12. Straker is accused of stealing $669.20 from Victor Estwick. He was not required to plead when he appeared before…