Crime
Suspect Late for Court, $5 Bar Attempted Murder Trial pending
By Wilkie Arthur
Freelance Court Reporter
#TurksandCaicos, May 30, 2023 – Jarell Clarke was missing when his named was called in court on Monday 22, to face charges related to the 2020 exchange of gunfire case, which resulted in a bystander being hit in the spray of bullets; the matter is before Tanya Lobban-Jackson, Lady Justice at the TCI Supreme Court.
A scramble by his case lawyer, Astwood Forbes, reaped results. Forbes begged the honourable Court to please stand the matter down for a few minutes, as he step outside to make some calls and try to locate his client with a view of getting him here at court before the matter was re-called. The court indulged the attorney. 
Clarke made it in time for a subsequent mention hearing of his matter.
The accused is charged with the discharging of a weapon in an exchange of gunfire between his side and the rivalry side.
Unfortunately in the middle of that reckless shooting, an innocent young father was struck in face/head and his life has never the same. The man, Jonathan Paul, is now demobilized, requiring regular assistance despite medical treatment both locally and abroad.
Initially, four individuals were charged with attempted murder in the case from Sunday February 16, 2020. Three of those suspects have since gone on to win their trials, all acquitted.
The men – said to be from rival factions from the Blue Hills and Five Cays communities – were accused of using high powered weapons in the exchange at the popular Five Dollar Bar.
As for Jarell Clarke, he remains out on bail, pending his trial in February 2024.
Turks and Caicos, 05th January, 2025 – Officers from the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) Serious Crime Unit are investigating a shooting that occurred this morning in Wheeland, Blue Hills.
At approximately 7:00 a.m., the Police Control Room received reports of gunshots near the basketball court in Wheeland. Officers promptly responded to the scene, where they discovered a 54-year-old male with apparent gunshot wounds. The victim was immediately transported to a medical facility for treatment.
Preliminary investigations reveal that the victim was driving a blue Honda Fit when he offered a ride to an individual. During the journey, the passenger demanded to be dropped off at a specific location. When the victim refused, he was shot by the passenger.
The suspect subsequently fled the scene in the victim’s vehicle, which police later recovered.
The RTCIPF is urging anyone with information about this incident to come forward.
Individuals can contact the nearest police station, call 911, reach the Serious Crime Unit directly at 231-1842, or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477.
Additionally, the public is encouraged to download the Crime Stoppers P3 app to share tips and information about illegal activities securely.
Your assistance can make a significant difference in ensuring the safety and security of our communities.
Turks and Caicos, December 31, 2024 – Six individuals, including a female minor, have been charged with various firearm-related offences following investigations conducted by the Serious Crime Unit.
The accused are expected to appear in the Magistrate’s Court next week.
On December 24th, 24-year-old SMALEY LOUIS was charged with the following offences:
- One count of Possession of an Imitation Firearm with Intent to Cause Fear. One count of Gang Membership.
On December 26th, officers charged twin brothers GIVESON MARC and GUBERSON MARC.
The brothers, aged 20, are charged with the following offences:
- One count of Possession of an Imitation Firearm with Intent to Cause Fear.
- One count of Possession of Ammunition.
- One count of Gang Membership.
The charges against Mr Louis and the Marc brothers were laid following investigations into an incident reported on Thursday, December 19, 2024.
On Thursday, December 26, 2024, the following individuals from Dock Yard, Providenciales, were charged:
- ROSEMIRLINE PIERRE, 24
- WOODSON GAY,23, and
- A 15-year-old female -Given that the accused is a minor, the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force cannot name nor release her photograph.
The accused face the following charges:
- One count of Possession of Ammunition.
- One count of Illegal Entry.
These charges stemmed from an operation in Dock Yard on Saturday, December 21, 2024.
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