Got TIPS or BREAKING NEWS? Please call 1-284-442-8000 direct/can also WhatsApp same number or Email ALL news to:newsvino@outlook.com;                               ads call 1-284-440-6666

Premier Fahie could be released on $500k bond- US Judge declares

- US Prosecutors plan to appeal any decision to release Premier Fahie
Premier of the [British] Virgin Islands Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) could be released on a $500,000 bond as he awaits trial on charges tied to a U.S. government narcotics sting, a federal judge in Miami said today, May 4, 2022. Photo: VINO/File
MIAMI, Florida, USA- Premier of the [British] Virgin Islands Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) could be released on a $500,000 bond as he awaits trial on charges tied to a US government narcotics sting, a federal judge in Miami said today, May 4, 2022.

In what was described as a surprise decision by Miami Herald, federal court Judge Alicia Otazo-Reyes rejected prosecutors’ argument that Premier Fahie would flee the US if released.

Instead, she said he could remain in Miami, at the rented home of his two college-age daughters, if he and his family surrender their travel documents and he wears an ankle bracelet monitor and pays the sizable bond.

According to Miami Herald, prosecutors said they would appeal the decision, meaning it's unclear when and if Premier Fahie would be released.

Premier Fahie, 51, was arrested last week by the US Drug Enforcement Administration on drugs and money laundering charges.

32 Responses to “Premier Fahie could be released on $500k bond- US Judge declares”

  • Harold (04/05/2022, 16:12) Like (36) Dislike (17) Reply
    Keep him locked up
  • Ruling (04/05/2022, 16:13) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Can be released -
    https://www.reuters.com/world/british-virgin-islands-acting-premier-nominated-take-over-fahie-2022-05-04/
    • The Port boss. (04/05/2022, 17:12) Like (9) Dislike (10) Reply
      What's going on with her. Did she and her Snake got bail?.I hope this position now become a non political position.. I will like to see a X military
      person with some Port experience as director of all ports.. "ALL PORTS. ONE BOSS"..Done away with the board system and introduce a "Tsar" system...Let's get serious about change..
    • Court Filing (04/05/2022, 18:39) Like (9) Dislike (1) Reply
      UNITED STATES OF AMERICA’S MOTION FOR PRE-TRIAL DETENTION

      “Through the course of this conspiracy, it has become clear that Fahie is engaged in corruption and criminal activity at the highest levels. He has accepted bribes, he has agreed to pay bribes, he has conspired to import thousands of kilograms of a dangerous controlled substance, he has admitted to working with known drug dealers in the BVI, and he has expressed a willingness to inquire about the acquisition of firearms from a Senegalese contact – on behalf of the Sinaloa Cartel.

      Fahie added that his “reliable” criminal associate in the BVI was involved in moving both money and guns (apparently with the knowledge and acquiescence of Fahie). According to Fahie himself, he has been involved in this type of criminal activity for 15-20 years. His release would result in a danger to the community by allowing for continued drug trafficking from the BVI to the United States, and the ongoing protection of criminal activity provided by Fahie. Not only would Fahie himself serve as a danger to the community, but his freedom in society.

      Perhaps more concerning than the danger posed by Fahie is the severe risk that he will flee from prosecution if released on bond. Fahie presents a particularly concerning risk of flight because he has a compelling reason to flee, he has a demonstrated disregard for the rule of law, he has the connections and ability to flee, and he has extremely limited connections to the Southern District of Florida.

      As an initial matter, Fahie is facing a very high guidelines sentence after conviction, along with whatever political consequences he may face. At the very low end, the Defendant is facing a sentence of 235 months, or approximately 20 years. His eventual sentence provides a clear and compelling reason to flee from prosecution if released on bond.

      Not only that, but the Defendant has repeatedly shown a complete and utter disregard for the rule of law, along with a willingness to obstruct justice. Instead of fulfilling his oath of office, and carrying out his duties as required, Fahie did the exact opposite. He accepted bribes, committed crimes, worked with drug dealers, and agreed to pay bribes. He was approached by a purported member of the Sinaloa Cartel with a lucrative criminal opportunity, and instead of turning the cartel in, he joined them.

      Through this investigation, it has become clear that Fahie is corrupt to the core. His actions lead to only one conclusion: that Fahie believes he is above the law. And that’s not just in this case, but – according to Fahie – for the past 15-20 years. This was not his “first rodeo,” no no no, “NOT AT ALL.”

      In addition to the foregoing, the evidence against the Defendant is overwhelming. He and his co-conspirators were captured on multiple audio and/or video recorded meetings or calls. He repeatedly expressed his interested in pursuing this criminal conspiracy, despite being given multiple opportunities to withdraw. He explained that he had a history of criminal activity, and had done this type of thing before. The evidence of the Fahie’s guilt is substantial and undisputable.”
  • rattie (04/05/2022, 16:17) Like (19) Dislike (1) Reply
    This is just sad all around
    • What happen to Platinum news (04/05/2022, 17:07) Like (2) Dislike (2) Reply
      Anyone knows what happen to my favourite news site, Platinum news? I'm not getting them... .Hope Andrew is not the owner, since all this thing happening it gone off..
  • See you soon Fahie. (04/05/2022, 17:01) Like (3) Dislike (14) Reply
    U screwed up. O am not going to trample you, walk on you, condemn you or give up on you. I truly believe Ur arrest was illegal. I no the legal practice related to under cover or sting operation and how the courts work. The court is concern with 2 things. 1/ Why did u lie about your office of authority when you were asked..2/ If the defendant was told the truth to the question he asked he would have acted differently. Case dismiss..
    • WHAT!!! (04/05/2022, 19:25) Like (13) Dislike (0) Reply
      “see you soon Fahie”
      It’s a shame with all your knowledge of the legal practice that you don’t know the difference between “no “ and know.
    • Congrates! (05/05/2022, 09:15) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
      This is the silliest comment I have read. Which is quite something...
      The US jails are full of idiots because they thought that the undercover officer isn't allowed to lie! I wouldn't be surprised if it was the Feds that started the rumour in the first place.
      What is more interersting is the amount of his bond. 50K is all he has to put up and that says more to others in the game than anything else.
      You ain't seeing his arse anytime soon... unless he ends up in the US witness protection program and moves to Coral Bay St. John LOL
  • ok (04/05/2022, 17:12) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    should be a bit happier now he can watch his sister funeral…how far is the top from the bottom
  • Don’t Worry (04/05/2022, 17:18) Like (11) Dislike (2) Reply
    Even if he is bonded out he can not leave Miami. I have a strong feeling he is going to start calling names.
  • Missse (04/05/2022, 19:10) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    The choices we make, we have to live with the consequences.
    Find peace by praying...and to the true God.
  • stop (04/05/2022, 19:22) Like (15) Dislike (0) Reply
    Please stop referring to our ex Premier as Honourable, there is nothing Honourable about the way he has behaved
  • Oh No (04/05/2022, 20:00) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    The day he starts calling people's names here in the BVI, we all know he will be silenced permanently so, I don't suspect he would be risking his family's lives.

    AF is wiser than that.
    • @Oh no (06/05/2022, 09:36) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      Time will tell.
      He is charged with trying to arm a Mexican drug cartel... he might as well been trying to supply guns to ISIS as far as the US government is concerned and that gives them the right to put him under the jail.
      Also, he isn't going to any white collar vacation penitentiary. They can put him in a super max and will use that if they can. The feds don't play fair. They could put him on Con-Air for the next 3 years and hop him around the country so fast that he never gets a visit.
      It takes some to have some big balls to hold out when you are being threatened with that plus 200 yrs and lets face it... if he was "wiser than that" he would of never stepped foot on US soil while doing this deal.
      Let's hope you are right for his families sake. Or he flips and they all go in to US Witness Protection.
      Only time will tell.
  • Bailor (04/05/2022, 20:03) Like (2) Dislike (2) Reply
    If he gets out on bail he gone about his merry ways. Sure he can’t come back home, but his Latino connections will gladly get him illegally into the DR
    Mind my words
  • facts (04/05/2022, 20:20) Like (22) Dislike (1) Reply
    To those of you that think because he was granted bail her is going to come prancing back to Tortola? HE IS NOT COMING BACK TO THESE SHORES FOR A LONGGGGG TIME. He will be under house arrest with a ANKLE ELECTRONIC ANKLE BRACELET, TRAVEL DOCUMENTS WILL BE SEIZED, EVERY PHONE CONVERSATION WILL BE MONITORED AND THE FEDS WILL BE SITTING OUTSIDE WATCHING THE HOUSE HE IS STAYING IN. IF HE THINK HE IS BAD, LET HIM TRY TO STEP OUT THE DOOR. HE IS THAT STUPID, HE MIGHT TRY. HE NEEDS TO SUBMIT HIS RESIGNATION BECAUSE HE IS NO LONGER PREMIER OF THE BVI SO WHY DELAY IT. THE BVI IS TRYING TO MOVE AHEAD AND HE IS NO LONGER PART OF THE BVI MOVING FORWARD.
  • Clear transparent warning (04/05/2022, 21:29) Like (20) Dislike (0) Reply
    Whomever took it upon themselves to write and circulate the ROUGE LETTER ON THE PREMIER LETTER HEAD, YOU ARE GOING TO BE FLUSHED OUT. THIS IS A INSIDE JOB. SANS THE PUBLIC DOES NOT HAVE ACCESS TO HIS LETTER HEAD. I BET WHOMEVER IS RESPONSIBLE IS PACING TONIGHT FROM FRIGHT AND WORRY.
    • True (05/05/2022, 07:35) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
      Whoever took it upon themselves to write the letter when identified need to be terminated on the spot and charged. That is indeed a inside job. That is something serious and should not be overlooked. Please don’t sweep this under the rug once the culprit is found.
  • My blog for tonight (04/05/2022, 22:02) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    Treat your relations and money with equal respect because both are hard to make and easy to loose. Who have simple common sense will understand.
  • Mike (04/05/2022, 22:41) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
    Dont do it
  • @facts (04/05/2022, 23:22) Like (13) Dislike (0) Reply
    Honestly, he needs to submit his resignation letter. And please stop calling him HONORABLE or PREMIER, he disgraced and shamed the Country to the utmost.We are trying to take our punishment and move on. Andrew is no longer part of us moving on.
  • Strip his title ASAP (05/05/2022, 07:45) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    He is no longer Premier and is not worthy of being called Honorable. He disgraced his Country and his people. I would call my dog honorable before I call anyone who sold out their Country out of pure greed Honorable.
  • Well (05/05/2022, 08:29) Like (1) Dislike (4) Reply
    at the end of the day he is one of us/will like for him to have bail……
  • Madea (05/05/2022, 11:49) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    How come this man still has the title of Premier is that dumb he thinks he is just continue as Premier - he if was honourable he would have resigned by now! Who is Government Official 1 and how long before he gets arrested? And when is the forger who sent the document for immunity going to get arrested. BVI needs a bigger jail - but who gonna build it?
  • Madea (05/05/2022, 12:16) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    So if the UK don't pay him well how he is going to get $500k for the bail? Who has $500k in the bank? And are they clean funds - where did that money come from? Why hasn't his bank account been frozen as it may have proceeds of crime. Where is the FIA?


Create a comment


Create a comment

Disclaimer: Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) welcomes your thoughts, feedback, views, bloggs and opinions. However, by posting a blogg you are agreeing to post comments or bloggs that are relevant to the topic, and that are not defamatory, liable, obscene, racist, abusive, sexist, anti-Semitic, threatening, hateful or an invasion of privacy. Violators may be excluded permanently from making contributions. Please view our declaimer above this article. We thank you in advance for complying with VINO's policy.

Follow Us On

Disclaimer: All comments posted on Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) are the sole views and opinions of the commentators and or bloggers and do not in anyway represent the views and opinions of the Board of Directors, Management and Staff of Virgin Islands News Online and its parent company.