In the Serious Offences Court on Monday, November 11, 2024, 20-year-old Sibran Allen, a laborer from Chauncey, pleaded guilty to multiple counts of theft. Allen faced charges related to a series of thefts between June 10 and June 15, 2024, targeting an 89-year-old retired tailor, also from Chauncey. The stolen items, including cash and property, amounted to a total of $9,015.00 ECC. The first offense occurred on June 10, when an ATM card valued at $15 ECC was reportedly stolen in Chauncey. The following day, Allen allegedly stole $400 ECC from a business in Kingstown and later, on the same…
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In a case that came before the Serious Offences Court on Monday, 20-year-old Kennelia Guy, a clerk from Glen, pleaded guilty to five counts of theft following incidents at her workplace in Arnos Vale. According to police investigations, Guy was accused of taking various food and beverage items over several days in October, with the combined total value of the stolen goods amounting to $234.00 ECC. The details of each charge revealed that on October 21, 22, 23, 24, and 29, Guy allegedly stole items ranging from chips, flavored water, and beverages to snacks and meal items. Each theft was…
The 2024-2025 cruise season is off to an impressive start in St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG), with more than 10,000 cruise passengers arriving in the opening week. This influx highlights SVG’s growing appeal, with arrivals extending beyond Kingstown to the Grenadine islands, including Bequia, Mayreau, Chatham Bay on Union Island, and the renowned Tobago Cays. Port Kingstown celebrated the season’s kickoff with the arrival of Mein Schiff 2, bringing nearly 3,000 passengers eager to explore SVG’s diverse attractions. Later in the week, the Britannia anchored, adding over 4,000 visitors to the vibrant tourism surge. The week saw a significant…
The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force proudly celebrates the remarkable achievements of Police Constable #473, Mrs. Morissa Morgan, who on November 9, 2024, graduated with First Class Honors with a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management from the University of the West Indies (UWI) Global Campus. Starting her academic journey in September 2021, Mrs. Morgan was driven by a singular goal: to achieve excellence against all odds. Orphaned at a young age, she recognized that education was her pathway out of poverty. Embracing the opportunity provided by the Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines Tuition…
By Kimani Wiseman A promise is a comfort to a fool. Climate change is going in a direction of empty promises from world leaders, while nations are suffering as a consequence of climate change. Every year, world leaders assemble at the United Nations Climate Change Conferences (COP) to put measures in place to mitigate against climate change. At the end of this meeting, there are a lot of big talks and no action. According to a United Nations article, the article states that at cop 26, the UN chief stated that it is time to go “into emergency mode”, ending…
Press Release: Cancellation of Cruise Call to Port Kingstown [Kingstown, 10th November 2024] – The Port Authority has announced the cancellation of a cruise ship call scheduled for yesterday, 9th November 2024, due to an incident involving a large vehicle carrier. The release stated that the carrier sustained damage to its hull while attempting to berth at the Kingstown Cruise Terminal (KCT). Although the vessel remains temporarily disabled, the Port Authority confirmed that all cargo was successfully discharged. The release explained that the KCT was being used temporarily for cargo operations following significant damage to the main Kingstown cargo pier…
The Meteorological Office at Argyle International Airport has issued a flash flood watch for St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) as a tropical wave sweeps across the islands, bringing heavy rainfall, strong winds, and hazardous sea conditions. The island woke up to overcast skies and steady showers early Saturday morning, with a significant 24-hour rainfall of 120 mm recorded. As the day unfolds, weather conditions are expected to worsen, with pockets of moderate to heavy rain and isolated thunderstorms. Currently, winds are blowing southward at 15 km/h (9 mph) with a high relative humidity of 92%, creating an atmosphere ripe…
The Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) believes that true community policing goes beyond enforcing laws; it is about bridging divides, nurturing trust, and positively transforming lives in every neighborhood we serve. This philosophy came to life through a series of outreach initiatives led by the Central Division, designed to break barriers, build lasting bonds, and engage meaningfully with the youth who represent the future of our nation. Under the leadership of Superintendent of Police Dr. Kamecia Blake, the Central Division has taken community engagement to new heights. Recent weeks have seen officers swap their uniforms for…
On November 6, 2024, police arrested and charged Raphael Peters, a 37-year-old Mechanic of Fair Hall, with two counts of Assault. According to investigations, the accused assaulted a 25-year-old Aircraft Mechanic of the same address by slapping him on the left side of his face and beating him about the body with his hands causing actual bodily harm. Peters was also charged with assaulting a 23-year-old Bus Conductor of the same address by slapping him on his mouth with his hands causing actual bodily harm. The offences were committed on October 26, 2024 at Fair Hall. Peters appeared before the…
On November 6, 2024, police arrested and charged Zimron Bailey, a 22-year-old Labourer of Edinboro, with the offence of Damage to Property. According to the investigation, the accused without lawful excuse damaged, one (1) White Aeropostale Polo Shirt valued at $150.00 ECC and One (1) 24K Gold Chain valued at $2,000.00 ECC, total value $2,150.00 ECC, the property of a 22-year-old Pump Manager of Kingstown Hill, by grabbing his shirt causing it to rip and his chain to burst. He was further charged with having in his possession a cutlass, an offensive weapon in a public place. The offences were…