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UPDATE: 16-year-old in alleged gun find remanded to prison

The teenager arrested and charged on May 8, 2013 for the alleged possession of an illegal firearm and ammunition was remanded to prison on May 23, 3013. Photo: VINO/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The 16-year old male allegedly discovered by police with a gun on May 8, 2013 appeared before the Magistrate's Court today, May 23, 2013 to answer to the charges of unlawful possession of ammunition and carrying an unlicensed firearm.

The matter was heard in camera since the alleged offendor is a minor.

Police alleged that the youth was discovered with a loaded firearm in the vicinity of Brandywine Bay while riding a motor scooter without a helmet.

The weapon was allegedly retrieved from the juvenile's front pocket.

Following the hearing, he was remanded to Her Majesty's Prison at Balsum Ghut until June 20, 2013.

See previous story posted on May 13, 2013

Police seize firearm from 16-year-old

-Teen charged for unlawful possession of ammunition & carrying an unlicensed firearm.

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The RVIPF is applauding the efforts of officers who removed yet another firearm from the streets last Wednesday, May 8, 2013.

Officers of the Task Force observed a scooter being ridden by a 16-year-old male without the use of a helmet in the Brandywine Bay area. He was stopped and questioned. A loaded handgun was retrieved from his front pocket. He was subsequently arrested and charged for unlawful possession of ammunition and carrying an unlicensed firearm.

Less than a month ago, a Police led stop-search operation resulted in the seizure of yet another firearm and the arrest of two men.

Acting Deputy Commissioner Alwin James continues to appeal to the public for information that could assist in identifying those who are in possession of illegal firearms. “We are asking those who know of individuals with illegal firearms to call the anonymous Crimestopper 800-TIPS, 800-8477. We are doing our part; we need the public to help. The information given could save a life,” he said.

11 Responses to “UPDATE: 16-year-old in alleged gun find remanded to prison”

  • Really Vino (13/05/2013, 21:03) Like (16) Dislike (20) Reply
    Police seize firearm from 16-year-old, and this isn't Breaking News? This is more important than some of these other stories you have posted on your site... Focus on the real news.
    • @ Really Vino (23/05/2013, 15:21) Like (1) Dislike (86) Reply
      fool why the hell you aint go open you own news site and keep off VINO....they are the best deman I always read eh
  • jail man (14/05/2013, 00:25) Like (5) Dislike (5) Reply
    i soon got more company in balo
    • hard times (14/05/2013, 12:28) Like (12) Dislike (1) Reply
      @Jail man. It must be tough being able to order pizza on your phone or tablet device from balo. I was wondering what cable package do you have.
  • photo of crime (14/05/2013, 09:13) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    where is Morris on this?
  • What? (14/05/2013, 09:15) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    How long you up there for jail man?
  • jail man (14/05/2013, 13:40) Like (3) Dislike (2) Reply
    FOR 6 YEARS YOU COMEING TO
  • Yes (14/05/2013, 22:31) Like (3) Dislike (2) Reply
    Vino take down the picture of that gun before them eat-off your head again...LOL
  • Lee (24/05/2013, 07:45) Like (0) Dislike (4) Reply
    Well the public would like to know what this young man had to say for himself. Was the gun his or was he holding it for another, Inquiring minds wants to know.


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