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Shane Alexander Riley pleads guilty to home burglary and theft of nearly $10,000 in valuables. Sentencing pending. Trial details before Madam Justice Wanda Blair in Supreme Court 4A.
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Shakira Cu’Shan Prescott receives a seven-year prison sentence for the manslaughter of her boyfriend. The incident occurred during a heated argument, resulting in a single stab wound to the chest. Prescott expressed remorse and attempted to provide first aid.
Two men have been fined $25,000 and $20,000 for trafficking 177 kilogrammes of cannabis into the island 12 years ago. They were convicted of possession and importation.
A 17-year-old girl gave a victim impact statement in court, revealing how her father punished her by holding her hand on a hot stove burner. She stated that she did not want him incarcerated and wanted to build a relationship with him. The case has been adjourned until January 2024 for sentencing.
Renaldo Antonio Husbands' gun and ammunition trial continues, with police officers giving evidence. The accused's statement details how he obtained the weapons and his interactions with another individual. The defense questions the police about alleged abuse during the investigation. The State's case has been closed. The trial resumes tomorrow.
