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Breaking stories and community coverage from across Barbados.
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Flash flood watch in effect for July 12 until 6 p.m. with potential rainfall accumulations of 25.0 to 50.0mm. Medium risk of flooding and water settlements, advised to follow emergency recommendations.
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A 21-year-old man sentenced to 16 years for aggravated burglary and rape of British visitors in Barbados. Legal considerations reduced the initial 33-year sentence. Rehabilitation and educational programs included.
34-year-old Livardo Rogélio Hinds remanded to prison on drug and firearm charges. Accused of unlawful possession of firearm, ammunition, and cannabis worth $10,000. Represented by attorney Shadia Simpson.
St Michael man, Kyle Egan Blackman, sentenced to nine months in prison for wounding charge after inflicting serious bodily harm on Kwesi Patrick at S Master Bar Lounge.
Government authorities warned of potential corruption and public trust issues affecting the proposed Serious Organised Crime Unit for the police in Barbados. The unit aims to combat organized crime and gangs to enhance public safety and law enforcement capabilities.
