March 27th, 2024, Kingstown: Police arrested and charged Collins James, a 52 years unemployed of Diamond on 26.03.24 for the offence of Bigamy. According to the investigations, the accused allegedly did an act that is more than merely preparatory to the commission of the offence by arranging a wedding ceremony between himself, and a 50-year-old Nurse of Glen/ New York. The offence was committed on 07.02.24 at 12:50 pm in Glen. James appeared at the Kingstown Magistrate Court on 27.03.24 where he pleaded not guilty to the charge. He was granted bail in the sum of $3000.00ECC, with one (1) surety and…
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The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Community College (SVGCC) has launched its inaugural “Welcome to the World of Work (WOW)” programme through its newly established Centre for General and Continuing Education (CGCE). This initiative is tailored specifically for final-year students and is designed to equip participants with essential skills and knowledge necessary for success in the professional realm. For the first iteration of WOW, students from the Division of Arts Science and General Studies (DASGS) were targeted considering that their programmes are traditionally oriented towards classroom learning in contrast to other divisions which facilitate more field-based learning experiences. Over the…
The Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment wishes to advise the general public that as part of its mosquito control programme for the adult Aedes aegypti mosquito, the Insect Vector Control Unit will be conducting fogging operations in the following area commencing at 4:30 pm. Tuesday 26th March 2024: Brighton Salt Pond (Mangrove area). Please take note of the following: Home and business owners in the named areas are reminded to keep their windows and doors open to allow the fog to take effect. Motorists are kindly asked to take caution. Persons who are suffering from any respiratory illnesses are kindly…
March 25th 2024, Kingstown: On the 25.03 24 police arrested and charged Romano Jacobs, a 22 year old Labourer, Omarie Jacobs , a 20 year old Labourer and Jeron Cockburn, a 25 years old Labourer of Lauders with the Offence of Burglary. Investigations revealed that the trio went into the St.Clair Dacon Secondary School Canteen as trespassers between 5:30 pm on the 18.03.24 and 4:30 a.m. on the 19.03.24 and stole a quantity of items value one thousand, one hundred and fifty ($1,150.00 ECC). They were also charged for entering the same building between 5pm on the 20.03.24 and 4:30 am…
March 27, 2024: Kingstown – The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) in Partnership with the Mental Health Rehabilitation Center (MHRC) continues to host De-Escalation training with the Police Recruits. This training helps to teach Police Officers skills that can be used when interacting with mentally ill persons. The training teaches officers: The escalation and de-escalation cycle, causes of escalation, imminent danger signs to identify an escalating situation, the 3 A’s of de-escalation (awareness, assessment, and action), and how to positively de-escalate a situation involving mental health patients. Additionally, the training covers general mental health information to…
One man is dead after the vehicle he was driving ran off the road in Tromuca. The driver identified as Kellon Alexander,38 years old, of Rose Hall was on his way home , police said. The accident occurred around 1 am on Wednesday morning of March 26,2024. More Information would be provided as it comes to hand .
ANN has received reports from several residents of the Community of South Rivers about the discovery of a body Reports are that the body was discovered with gunshot injuries and not a slashed throat as reported earlier. The dead man has been identified as Clinton Hackshaw of South Rivers. The circumstances surrounding the incident is unknown at this time . We would Update further
On 22nd of March 2024 police arrested and charged Shelton Hooper, a 34 year old Labourer of Petit Bordel for Drug Related matters. Investigations revealed that on the date in questioned, the accused attempted to convey seven hundred and sixty three (763) grams of Cannabis to one of the Grenadines Islands with intent to supply to another. He was also charged for Possession of a Controlled Drug for the purpose of Drug Trafficking. The incident occurred on the 22.3.2024 about 12:45 pm at the Grenadines Wharf. Hooper appeared before the Kingstown Magistrate Court on the 25th March 2024 and pleaded…
Police at the Colanarie Police Station were called to the home of a resident at New Grounds, where a body was found. According to reports, the body of Adrian Neverson ,69, was found at his home. Up to press time no foul play is suspected, however, a post-mortem is expected to be done to determine the causes of death
The death of a close relative can be one of the most challenging times in the lives of those left to mourn. The hassle of making funeral arrangements combined with the cost can take its toll.It is therefore crucial to have the right support team assisting during your time of bereavement. is where the Memorial Funeral Home fits in perfectly to the needs of those dealing with the loss of their loved ones offering professional funeral services at an affordable price. According to Stephen Da Silva, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Memorial Funeral Home, it is more than just…