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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.
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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.
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.
"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."
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.
