#TurksandCaicosIslands, October 10, 2023 – LUKINSON LEGER, 21, of West Road, Grand Turk, was charged on this date, Wednesday 4th October 2023, with the murder of Mr. Sevano Wilson Jr., after investigators consulted with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions.

Mr. Wilson, 21, of South School Lane, Grand Turk, was fatally wounded on the evening of September 29th during a celebratory event at Governor’s Beach, Grand Turk.

Following the incident, Police Officers at the scene rushed Mr. Wilson to the Cockburn Town Medical Centre where he died while undergoing medical treatment.

The matter will be heard at a date to be determined.

Superintendent (Head of Crime, Safeguarding, and Public Protection) Dean Holden said: “Firstly I want to again extend condolences to the family of Mr. Sevano Wilson Jr. during this traumatic period. I met the family during a visit earlier this week along with my colleague Superintendent Dwight Gardiner. I am fully aware of the impact their loved one’s death is having on them.

“An individual has been charged with the murder of Mr. Wilson and it would be inappropriate for me to comment on the specifics of the investigation since doing so can compromise future judicial processes. This has been an intensive and committed investigation involving close consultation with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions.

“A second male who was arrested in connection with this investigation has since been released on police bail pending further enquiries.

“At this point, I can say that the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force was robust in its response to this incident. Additional investigative resources from Providenciales to support local officers in the investigation were allocated.

“This is not the end of our investigation. I am again asking that anyone who saw any part of the incident at Governor’s Beach on Friday 29th September, contact the nearest police station to assist us in continuing to piece together the full sequence of events.”

On the issue of social media posts surrounding the investigation, Superintendent Holden said: “I am also aware of posts on social media that refer to the police investigation. These posts are wholly inaccurate. The family of the victim has an appointed, dedicated Family Liaison Officer who has been in daily contact with them and has fully updated them on the factual aspects and progress of the investigation.

“Inaccurate and speculative posts on social media are not only potentially detrimental to the investigation but are also potentially upsetting for the family and friends of the victim. I ask that people avoid posting anything of this nature.

“Finally, the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force remains committed to doing everything within legal avenues to robustly investigate incidents, support victims of crime and their families, reassure local communities, and bring offenders to justice.

“We rely heavily on the support of our communities and will continue to strive to forge effective relationships with them and work in partnership.”