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Complex start for Brian Williams Murder; Trial set for February 2024
#TurksandCaicos, November 25, 2023 – The murder case against JOUVLY INELUS, 31 for the 2022 shooting death of Brian Leon Williams, Jr was listed for pretrial review or readiness hearing on November 14.
Appearing for the Crown via link from Grand Turk was Mrs. Angela Brooks, Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions and the accused was also linked in from the prison.
His Lordship, Hon Mr. Justice Chris Selochan and the senior defense counsel Mrs. Lara Maroof Misick were present in the Providenciales Supreme Court.
At the hearing counsel for the defendant and the Judge outlined to the Deputy DPP certain areas of difficulty regarding further disclosure and/or the lack thereof.
At that hearing Magnetic Media learned that the Crown already lost one of its main witnesses who was initially deemed a vulnerable witness and whose identity was kept anonymous from the Defense.
This order was handed down in a private ex-parte hearing before her Ladyship the Hon Chief Justice Mrs. Mable Agyemang before the sufficiency hearing proceedings commenced.
An Anonymity Order granted in support of agreement to suppress the identity of the person who had agreed to testify on behalf of the Crown was compromised when one of two key witnesses of the Crown, revealed himself in an affidavit.
Having received the affidavit from the witness’ attorney, the Crown decided they will not be relying on him as part of the Crown’s case any longer. In light of that, at the hearing Mrs. Maroof-Misick asked the court and the Deputy DPP
to please provide her with that witness’ complete statement bearing his name and all details that were redacted previously, which had been served on the defense when he was under the anonymity order.
The judge agreed that the information was now fair game and should be given to the defense because it is now unused material since the Crown is not calling the individual as a witness in the murder trial next year FEBRUARY.
That former Crown witness whose name was mentioned repeatedly in opened court, also admitted in his sworn affidavit that he received money and lied in his initial investigative statement to the Police.
Mrs. Maroof Misick has already indicated to the Court and the prosecution that she may be making an abuse of process application to have the proceedings against her client permanently stayed having viewed the affidavit and if the no name “Witness #1” was a part of the alleged bribery as mentioned in the affidavit among other legal concerns, her client would not be able to receive a fair trial. Maroof-Misick said the matter against Inelus must be stayed/stopped against him.
Mrs. Brooks, who was in lieu of the actual prosecutor in the case indicated to the court that she could not properly address the Court on many of the matters raised at the hearing. She said, the case is assigned to Principal Public Prosecutor Mr. Clement Joseph but he’s away on medical leave.
The judge reminded all that this case is fixed for trial in February of next year and he doesn’t want to lose that date. He strongly encouraged Mrs. Brooks to have all the defense requests fulfilled, because February is right around the corner and he wants no further delays in this matter. He set the case for another pre-trial date on Tuesday November 21st, 2023.
The Blue Hills, Providenciales man was formally charged on Saturday 12th November, 2022 with the murder of Brian Leon Williams Jr. by officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force.
In addition to murder, Inelus also faces four counts of firearm-related offences namely:
Discharging a Firearm, Discharging Ammunition, Carrying a Firearm and Carrying Ammunition.
The homicide was took place on Thursday November 3rd 2022, Williams Jr. was shot and killed at a location known as Enid Forbes Yard, Hopeland Close, Blue Hills, Providenciales.
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – May 14th, 2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Molo Hotel Group reached a pivotal juncture on Monday, May 13th, 2024, with the ceremonial signing of a development agreement at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales. The agreement, which received official Cabinet approval on March 13th, 2024, signifies a steadfast commitment to advancing the economic landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Molo Hotel Group is a family-owned business, renowned for its distinguished portfolio of high-quality hotels worldwide. The
development initiative encompasses the construction of three distinct IHG branded hotels: InterContinental Turks and Caicos, Kimpton Turks and Caicos and Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos. Scheduled for completion by 2027, each resort boasts a distinctive design from luxury to laidback sophistication spanning across the shores of Grace Bay Beach.
Kimpton Turks and Caicos – an epitome of luxury lifestyle living, will feature 192 guest rooms including three outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a fitness center. Additionally, seven dining options ranging from a beachfront restaurant to a rooftop bar.
Adjacent to the Kimpton, InterContinental Turks and Caicos will offer 59 classic luxury suites with panoramic ocean views. Mirroring its counterpart, this resort will offer an array of dining options and upscale facilities.
Steps away from the Intercontinental and Kimpton resorts, Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos will embrace a sense of community and contemporary elegance, offering 56 bedrooms. The resort will feature an onsite restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor pool, and fitness room.
Beyond the realm of hospitality, this development agreement underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing employment opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Molo is partnering with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) to actively promote hospitality as a career choice and support in developing training programs, career fairs, seminars, workshops, and events to raise awareness about hospitality careers. Molo has committed to provide employment and apprentice opportunities to TCICC students and provide mentoring and practical on property training to students.
The signing event was graced by Hon. Charles Washington Missick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Deputy Premier, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Public Safety and Utilities, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, Łukasz and Marcin Slominski, Owners of Molo, Ross Morrow, Managing Director Molo, Arik Kono, Vice President Upscale Development for IHG, Dr. Candice Williams, President and CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Angela Musgrove, InvestTCI CEO, Dr. Barbara Ambrister, Chairperson of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Dr. Delores Stapleton- Harris, Vice President of Academic, Vocational and Student Affairs for the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Mr. Kevin Baxter, Dean of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Sheryl McLaughlin, InvestTCI Investment Services Executive.
Commenting on the development agreement, Premier, Hon. Misick, stated “The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing of
IHG/Molo Hotels is a significant step towards a sustainable future for hospitality in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Three hotels, Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Hotel Indigo, will be introduced, enhancing our tourism product and creating employment opportunities.”
He further added, “Partnerships with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission are underway, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to developing human capital and elevating tourism offerings. This project will bring economic growth, embrace local talent, and enrich our economy.”
Additionally, Mrs. Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, emphasized “This collaboration confirms our commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity within our country. We have worked closely with Molo Hotel Group, and we are confident that this transformative project will further position the Turks and Caicos Islands as a premier destination for travel and investment. Much to our delight, it will also provide opportunities for engagement with our Community College and small business community.”
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, operating through its primary Investment Promotion
Agency, Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, remains committed to attracting and facilitating Foreign Direct Investments to the country by providing a comprehensive suite of services. Through strategic initiatives and targeted promotion, the agency catalyzes sustainable development, driving innovation and small business opportunities across various sectors of the economy.
#TurksandCaicos, May 13, 2024 – Detectives of the Serious Crime Unit of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force have
charged a man who allegedly stole a vehicle.
The accused, DANVANTE BRISCO, 30, of Kew Town, Providenciales, was charged with:
- One Count: Robbery
- One Count: Taking Motor Vehicle Without Authority
- One Count: Using Offensive Weapon to cause fear
Mr. BRISCO appeared in court today (May 13 ) and was granted bail of $7500.00 with one surety.
The matter was adjourned to July 05 for a Sufficiency Hearing.
#TurksandCaicos, May 13, 2024 – A 20-year-old Dock Yard male appeared in court today (May 13th) charged with a series of firearm-related offences.
The accused, JAMES SIMON, was denied bail and remanded into custody pending a Sufficiency Hearing scheduled for July 05th, 2024.
Mr. SIMON faces the following charges:
- One Count: Robbery;
- One Count: Gang Membership
- One Count: Possession of a Firearm for the Benefit of a Gang
- One Count: Possession of Ammunition for the Benefit of a Gang.
The charges against Mr. Simon followed investigations by officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force into a robbery at the parking lot of a Casino where three males robbed a victim.
Additionally, Mr. Simon is charged with the following offences, having been arrested on May 02nd, 2024, along South Dock Road.
- One Count: Possession of a Firearm
- One Count: Possession of Ammunition
- One Count: Unlawful Entry
Officers also charged a teenage minor who was in the company of Mr. Simon on May 02nd with One Count of UNLAWFUL ENTRY.
The accused, seventeen and from Kew Town, Providenciales, pleaded guilty and will be sentenced on May 20th.
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