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A 21-year-old St Michael man was remanded to the Psychiatric Hospital after a wounding charge. He is set to reappear in court on August 19 for inflicting serious bodily harm.
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23-year-old Kerry Cornwall granted $7,500 bail for maliciously wounding Jahyeem Foster with intent to cause serious harm. Next court appearance scheduled for December 10, represented by attorney Shadia Simpson.
Jamaican man fined $15,000 by Barbados High Court for illegal firearm possession. Failure to pay results in 645-day prison term. Apologizes, citing medical issues and family. Judge stresses seriousness of offense.
Man in his 50s faces unlawful possession charges for cocaine and ammunition before the High Court. Michel Namroud pleads not guilty to possessing cocaine and ammunition on June 23, 2021. Defense requests reports.
Partygoers at Crop Over festivities are advised to be cautious due to prevalent respiratory illnesses. The Queen Elizabeth Hospital has noted a rise in severe respiratory conditions since June.
