UPDATE: Crown drops assault charges against Kenny Duncan
The defendant allegedly slapped his girlfriend when he became displeased by the young woman’s actions after the two had been out to a high school function at the Mooring’s in July, 2012.
Senior Crown Counsel Valston Graham told the Court that he spoke with the Virtual Complainant (VC) who related that she has put the matter behind her and is now going away to school.
The VC further told the Crown that she no longer has any interest in the matter therefore the prosecutor asked that the matter be dismissed.
Senior Magistrate Tamia Richards agreed and told the defendant he was free to go.
See previous story posted June 27, 2013:
UPDATE: Case stalled for man accused of slapping girlfriend
- Crown to speak with VC to determine way forward
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Crown reported that there has been no forward movement in the case of a man accused of allegedly slapping his girlfriend when the matter came up for hearing yesterday, June 26, 2013.
Kenny Duncan, 20, allegedly slapped his girlfriend when he became displeased by the young woman’s actions after the two had been out to a high school function at the Mooring’s in July, 2012. The two are reportedly no longer in a relationship.
Duncan had reportedly told his then girlfriend that she was “busy texting man” when she could not find her phone to lend him.
According to Senior Crown Counsel Valston Graham, he needed to speak with the Virtual Complainant (VC) in the matter to determine the way forward for the Crown.
Duncan had pleaded not guilty to unlawful assault at his first appearance on February 8, 2013 and was placed on $30,000 bail.
The case will be up for hearing again on July 5, 2013.
See previous story posted February 10, 2013:
Youth granted bail after allegedly slapping ex-girlfriend
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Kenny Duncan, 20, of Lower Estate denied slapping his girlfriend when he appeared before the Magistrate’s Court on February 8, 2013.
Duncan, who was unrepresented at the time, pleaded not guilty to the charge of unlawful assault relating to an incident that allegedly occurred when the two were out together at a high school function.
According to the allegations read by Senior Crown Counsel Valston Graham, the Virtual Complainant (VC), 18, was at the time involved in a relationship with the defendant when they attended a high school function at the Moorings on July 1, 2012 with the VC’s sister.
Whilst there, the VC could not locate her mobile phone that she had taken with her and allegedly asked the defendant for her phone. The defendant allegedly got angry and told the VC that she couldn’t find the phone because she “was busy texting man”. It was at this point that the defendant allegedly slapped the VC.
She reportedly phoned the Road Town Police Station and both parties were later met by the Police. Upon inspection by the Police, it was found that the VC’s face appeared slightly swollen. The officer reportedly interviewed the VC in the presence of the defendant where he was informed of the report made against him and was cautioned before allegedly admitting, “Yes, I hit her.”
The defendant was also allegedly behaving in an aggressive manner in the presence of the Police and as a result was taken into custody for some ‘cooling off’ time and later discharged. The VC reportedly received medical attention at Peebles Hospital and the defendant was later charged and brought before the court. According to the defendant, the two have since separated
Duncan was placed on $30,000 bail with one signed surety and ordered by Senior Magistrate Tamia Richards to have no form of contact whatsoever with the VC. He will return to court on April 12, 2013.
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35 Responses to “UPDATE: Crown drops assault charges against Kenny Duncan”
This is not an English class but at least write words that make sense. Does "deeds" really make sense to you? Maybe you should look it up. I find it hard to believe that anyone could be so stubborn about using this word in the wrong place as often as you do. Yes, I see you do it too often!
You sound very retarded! If she was not that important then why she would have never been to your prom. The truth of the matter is you need your hands to be pounded. She is not your daughter or sister and no matter what happened you had no reason to..... Haven't your mom ever told you to walk away? ...and so if she was a "skett" whatever that means as its not in the dictionary. I cant imagine you didn't have doubts on bringing her to the prom.
Little Boy, yes you, this post proves how much of a child you are. U allegedly putting your hands on a woman is WRONG! Allegedly calling her derogatory names is verbally abusive...quoting Chris Brown's lyrics at this time doesn't help either.
Consider this, if she is a "Skett" what does that make you? Why would you care what she does, so much so to allegedly assault her? Oh and how do you accidentally take someone to a prom?
Grow up little boy or one day someone will hit you so hard, you may never be able to stand up again. Be forewarned.
what the @#$% you know... you beating her? i bet if it was your MS that was getting slam up you woulda been singing a different song! and learn to read write and spell cause you fighting for somebody who dumb and sounding just as dumb! your sentence doesnt make sense!
Men haven't a clue what a relationship with a woman is all about. These days women are portrayed in the media as , well, definitely not ladies. These boys think of girls as possessions and it's all about an image than actually caring for the girl and wanting to date her. Long gone are the days when men tried to woo a girl and prove himself the best suitor and provider. Even the older men leave their wives at home and give their money to the strippers and prostitutes. Young ladies going to strip clubs because that is where the men are at. Places no respectable lady would ever been seen before. I can only surmise the women see what kind of women theses men want and try to change their ways to catch the guys eye. It is unfortunate it can't be swayed in the other direction where women demand respect and these guys do what they can to get approval of the girls. This young man llegedly calling his prom date nasty names is yet another boy who hasn't a clue how to respect a female. Another boy who doesn't realize a woman is not his possession and not a punching bag. She, like all other women, are free to date and text whatever guy she wants to. Lord, let's pray she would date others and find herself a decent, respectful guy who will treat her well. Women like monogamist relationships. They'll never let a man who treats her well go. So to "Haha" I suggest he fling names where the names are due. Right back in his own face. Because with an attitude like that he will have a hard time finding any self-respecting girl to date. It seems he is the skeet and she definitely the one who chose the wrong prom date, accident or otherwise!
to leej, youre a f@gg*tt right?