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Barbados Police charge two Christ Church residents, Roshawn Jaeir Kangal and Xenico O’Neil Moore, with serious offences, including possession of firearms, endangering lives, and criminal damage. Court appearance set.
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Barbados Statistical Service (BSS) confirms cyber incident in October 2024, leading to unauthorized data access. Response team mobilized, data restoration efforts ongoing. Investigation continues.
Criminologist Kim Ramsay warns of a concerning rise in homicides in Barbados, attributing the trend to gang truce breakdowns and increased firearm violence. Property crimes, like theft and burglary, also persist.
Barbados faces a surge in murders, with 45 deaths this year compared to 20 in 2023. Concerns rise over youth involvement in violent crimes and the need for targeted interventions.
Police are investigating a fatal fire in Corentyne, Berbice, where five family members tragically lost their lives. Authorities are working to determine the cause of the incident.
