The police in Dominica have confirmed that they have detained two men in relation to an alleged attempted kidnapping in the west coast community of Salisbury on Sunday January 12, 2014 at about 2.00pm.
According to eye witnesses, Jessie James of Salisbury intervened when an unknown number of men from the Roseau area stole a motor scooter belonging to Akim Morancie, also of Salisbury, in his presence. Mr James was then held by the men who attempted to place him on a vehicle. Reports are that the men were armed and some were masked as they attempted the alleged kidnapping. They then made their escape with the scooter.
However, one source has told DNO that the bike had been stolen and that the men decided to go to Salisbury after receiving a “tip off”.
“They grouped up and went to Salisbury but when they arrived at the guy’s home they were amazed to see another bike which the police had seized earlier and that had been placed at Morne Bruce for safe keeping. That needs explaining by the police,” the source stated.
“It has just begun because we need to get answers from the police and others,” one individual connected to the matter, stated.
The mother of one of the men from Roseau took to the airwaves on Q95 condemning the actions of the men. She said, “My son has done nothing wrong and they came to steal his bike.”
Member of Parliament for Salisbury Hector John is out of state but has issued a statement condemning the events.
do like St.lucia Mr. commissioner , write up a hit list and wipe them out!!!
yow simple logic stop touching whats not yours, it makes the owner angry and depress which will cause him or her to do anything desperate you dont know how long people save to buy there treasures then someone just come to take it nah it nah go so no sa!
Dominica is getting there in a hurry. Are they on bail yet?
i vex with the people dat does give police information , n i like the two way cops , its kind ah fun to be around them some (times ,im the DEVIL,
go and repent u’re lost,or if u doh have anything to contribute in a positive way,SHUT UP.
all good police officers had to leave de force and run,some in other police forces or military organisations in foreign countries.i remember a group of police officers in the drug squad who had criminals under lock and key in this country,since they frustrate them and many had to run,criminals having a crime party in Dominica,what a SHAME.The leaders of this country are also criminals so in for a penny,in for a pound is the law in Dominica right now,is time that foolishness come to an end,if u’ve to call back those good police MR.SKERITT CALL THEM BACK BECAUSE THOSE U’VE NOW THEY DOH GOOD,THEY CORRUPT AND THAT IN ITSELF IS A SECURITY COMPROMISE FOR YOUR SAFETY AS FAR AS I SEE IT.I CANNOT WAIT FOR ELECTION TO CALL,FOR ME TO CROSS U’LL OUT.I FED UP NOW.
Crime steps up because the average citizen is barred from having a firearm. If you want to see crime go down, trained armed citizens will do a far greater job than the police.
You guys who wanted to kidnap a man who had a motorbike, do you think you are in a big country?
For God’s sake! This is Dominica, a peaceful place where people once loved everyone including their neighbors and would help them.
You left Roseau to go all the way to Salisbury to steal a bike or to retrieve it from someone?
In any case, whatever the reason, you took the Law into your hands which is something you should never have considered doing for you will get yourself in trouble which is what occurred to you, fools.
Trying to kidnap someone and then what? I visualize what you would have done to him. You would have committed two crimes; in fact, three or more crimes. The other is for trespassing on someone’s property.
What is happening to you guys? Too much TV and bad, violent movies which have taught you these evil traits?
You are aging, getting older and are wasting your God-given precious time. You better clean up your act before it is too late for you and you die a miserable death without the blessing of God. You should know what will happen to those who die in such a state for all eternity. Do you not care?
O My Lord. What a headline: Kidnapping in Salisbury!. Seriously? My people let’s be pro-active instead of being re-active. It takes a village. Together we can defeat the evil in the country. It’s an island where we are related; let’s call wickedness as it is and take hold of the young people. Parents take control of your children and train up the child properly. Education is the key. Where are our manners? Who is committing those violent crimes which result in murder. Please bring back the death penalty if found guilty. Our island is too small for all this. I’m really getting turned off. Prevention is the key. Let’s pray and act.
It has nothing to do with politics but us as a people.
People why are you so violent? Don’t you know how to apply brains and resolve things in an intelligent way? Look Dominica and the Caribbean crime statistics shows the amount of violent crimes close to African…
Sit on you all bum and blame the government for every criminal! See how far the country goes!!
How comes the bike police seize in salisbury ??????
The mom is sayign that her son has done nothing wrong!
WOW – and then they blame the government with that kind of attitude.
Yes, his bike was stolen, but does that mean they have to go to Salisbury all armed up and ready for trouble to retrieve a stolen bike?
If the bike is legitimately his, and he has the papers and documents for them, then he should have taken these documents and go to the police station and inform the cops that he’s bike is in Salisbry.
They got a tip – they were not even sure it was the bike, yet they went all “gangsta” and ready for trouble to retrieve the bike.
if your son was right – then they would have gone without mask and arms and taken a police officer with them to the scene once they had confimred the bike was his.
then again, with sooteeweh mothers like that, what the hell do yu guys expect from Dominica.
sorry DNO – i guess it was supposed to read – the mother of one of the men from Salisbury? But anyways – if your son stole a bike – then he is just as wrong!
that’s very wrong, dem bawi man coming and just steal people bike, that’s not fair. they should go with all of them. big man like alu, go and work and buy alu thing, nt steal somebody thing they work hard for. These crime should stop. the police must investigate these boys and ask them where they get them bikes and if they have papers, once they doe have papers jus take it. Alot of people might get hurt in this silly game that these young men started. I don’t like hearing young people getting killed, cause they are the future and if all young people get killed where is the future? we need to stand up against what is wrong
leave BAWI boys alone. BAWI boys not like those rough boys in Roseau
that’s very wrong, dem bawi man coming and just steal people bike, that’s not fair. they should go with all of them. big man like alu, go and work and buy alu thing, nt steal somebody thing they work hard for. These crime should stop. the police must investigate these boys and ask them where they get them bikes and if they have papers, once they doe have papers jus take it. Alot of people might get hurt in this silly game that these young men started. I don’t like hearing young people getting killed, cause they are the future and if all young people get killed where is the future? we need to stand up against what is wrong
DNO story self not what the streets sayin at all.
I hear the padna voleh dem man bike. Nd they found out it was him so they dash up Bawi. when they see the bike they go to tke it back. The padna they try to kidnap was having up himself so them mn go to kidnapping. but due to too many bystanders they couldn’t. Thus leading to them puttin their masks nd rollin out with the bike.
That the streets sayin eh… WrdUp. Doe expect to voleh man ting nd nt suffer consequences.
The police chief need to come and talk to the nation now. I never heard his views about Jeremy Leblanc. Now bike in police custody missing. Your views please Mr. Carbon. Also Mr. Carbon you need to pick a good team of 30 men and send them to clean up the country and stop letting the politicians run the police force for you. You are already the chief there is nothing they can do to you. Stupesssss!
Investigations are being carried out into the circumstances surrounding the death of 33 year old Glenroy Lockhart of Bath Estate.
According to a relaese from Police PRO, Inspector John Carbon, Lockhart was involved in an altercation with his 49 year old brother-in-law, Reginald Mann, of Bath Estate about 8:30 pm on December 26, 2013.
During the altercation, Lockhart sustained a deep laceration to his neck allegedly with a knife. He was transported to the Accident and Emergency Department of the Princess Margaret Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Reginald Mann sustained lacerations to his head and was admitted to the Alford Ward of PMH.
A coroner’s inquest has convened and a post mortem will follow with regard to Lockhart’s death.
Police say investigations are continuing.
so what’s yr point?
Things geting harder in DA wat allu expect too happen, when u have a PM giving out to one set\laborites the others will react duh!!!!!
What is going on in Dominica this is the taste of a lawless land.someone ask what does this have to do with politics? It have everything to do with politics.we do not have any strict laws set int he land which is creating all this crime because they are aware they will go to jail and be out in less than 2 years.
When I moved to NY you had to be careful to even walk the streets with.a brand name sneakers,it was bad,terrible and all of the above.however,when Giuliani became the mayor he took it by the balls and NY is a much better place to live.he was not the police chief ,he was the mayor which is part of the government.
The same applies to Dominica,it is a government issue..high unemployment rate will eventually drive high crime rate..If you want results you have to be prepared to make a change.
Salisbury man love bike. Any cat and dog come here to sell bike dem man must buy it. Don’t blame the consumer blame the sales man
stuppes? so whats yr point BAWI woman?
Go for police wen you get a tip off, case doesn’t never call. That’s why man taking matters in their own hands…..
at this rate . . .Dominica being poor as it is . . .with people that do not own bikes, persons minding their own business and law abiding citizens will be next!!!keep making excuses. This slow plague needs to eradicated!!
only persons laughing to the bank is the lawyers and their family who themselves do not live in Dominica and the well connected!!
we need law and order!!we need enforcement!!
the sad thing is sooner or later revenge will be the order of the day!!
dese guys called the $radio with their LIES SAYING DEY HAD NO GUNS N MASKS.. I SAW IT THEY HAD MASKS N GUNS SELF
Dominica needs to take a serious stance on crime before it gets out of control. They need to start to ID and fingerprint known criminals. Sometimes we think it’s the dirty little guys that are committing these crimes but it’s some of those clean fellas. Police Officers needs to take their oath more seriously. They treat law abiding citizens like criminals and the criminals they let them go free. Some of these guys they might have grown up with but they have a job to do. Any officer seen associating with known criminals should also be arrested. Lead by example.
that story have twist we pal,i hope it have a happy ending.but i dont understand if somebody steal your bike why disguise yourself to get it ,its almost like you steal my bike so i going and steal it back.
Ok so we understand that DNO is doing their job but all this negative news about our island isn’t good. You are deterring guest and business to sweet Dominica . People all over the world have acess to all of this news. Can we find a better way of doing business DNO?
so how are we going to know whats going on if dno dont publish.thers good theres bad and theres ugle my dear.if dno dont publish it we will be quick to call them bias and hypocrite
I think that the people that respond negatively are the ones contributing to the deterring of guests and businesses.
A crime was committed, DNO has every right to report the crime. Reporting crimes is a way to prepare individuals for their protection. We need to know what is going on, at all costs.
News is news. We Dominicans just cannot be pleased. I understand your point of view but i think it should start with the persons who come on here and give comments. If they did not report what is going on here we would complain and ask that it be reported. Besides, if is nonsense alone that happening and is that we can report about fro the time then so it is. All the good times need to come forward as well and give DNO something to report. We also need to expose the ills in society, no need to cover it up because it will only get worst.
U must be a dotish,
Empress, you remind me of a housewife that dere busy sweeping her house, but dumping the dust underneath her doormat.
Shut up! Y’all are so small minded is ridiculous. Come on man. Everywhere in the world has turmoil that’s has nothing to do with DNO deterring people from visiting smh. Stupid the whole reason for them posting is for fellow Dominicans living abroad & in Dominica to have access to this information.
utter rubbish.
So you only expect DNO to only report good news? Such an idiot! If they don’t report incidents like these how are we supposed to know what’s really happening in the country?
You’re very stupid if that’s how you feel. DNO must only speak of the good news in dominica? That’s what news is all about dummy.,..the good the bad and the ugly. So ignorant. America has more crime on any level yet still al you dying to go and live there it not stopping all you to go and get visa. Ignorant talk. It might be negative for dominica reputation but it’s the facts!
The purpose of any news media are to expose the occurring filth within any society!
If one cannot do the time; they should not commit the crime. If you are so concern about the negative reporting, then do something to eliminate crime in the country, then all the news will become positive.
Ours is a very small country, with less than seventy thousand people, what do you think would happen if the population was larger?
The worst thing that can happen is for the news media to turn a blind eye, and refuse to report on anything such as crime, and corruption which can have an devastating effect on the nations economy and the safety of our citizens especially the young who are the future of the country.
You want it to be hidden, swept under the rug, covered up,pretend that all is well in Dominica, meanwhile the life’s of our people hangs in jeopardy while criminal continue to wreck havoc!
You should be ashamed to want to cover up something like that; DNO is doing what is right and people need to know!
Francisco Etienne-Dods Telemaque
It’s called Dominica” NEWS “online.
Do you see CNN only broadcast ONLY”good news???”
News is news: whether positive or negative.
and this has to be publicized so the leader(s) of the country as well as society are aware of what is going on
SMH
give DNO something positive to write about, or shut up.
You should not have made such a ridiculous statement. The news must be reported. This occurs in every country. Furthermore, visitors must be made aware of these occurrences so that if and when they visit, they will take precaution.
The world is no longer a safe place as it were in those days. Sadly so, as godlessness increased so do wickedness. It is through the grace of God that those who reside abroad have not found themselves in such situations and others. Keep worshipping God and praying to him for his protection. Then you will have nothing to fear but fear itself.
We use to be proud of the low crime rate in Dominica . We use to be proud if the fact that we could walk anywhere at any time but now it’s quite questionable. I feel much more safe walking in my boston neighbourhood than than anywhere in Dominica .these wannabe gangsters have become to desperate.
Jenny u don’t come to Dominica. so don’t be there talking like u does be around.
My sentiments exactly. I used to walk at any hour of the night, over the bridge and the cliff from the Village to my house, with no fear. I did when I went home recently, but I was looking around me at every step. Back home used to be safe, not anymore. It is shameful.
Really? Dominica is worse than Boston? Do not try to fool us man. We definitely are saddened about
the increase in crime in Dominica,but to say that one is safer walking in Boston than Dominica is beyond my imagination.Don’t try to fool us man
What is worst, those men or youths are lawless, brazen people who appear not to fear the police. The Court should never be lenient with them.
I reside in Toronto and I do not fear walking the streets even at certain times of the evening. I came in and went out to the store. When I returned it was approximately 8:45 pm, pitch darkness.
You know, we still cannot take anything for granted. I do not go out without blessing myself with Holy Water and asking God to protect me for you never know what is lurking outside. I always have a small bottle of Holy Water with me. What peace of mind and strength it offers.
@ “Empress.” You are not really “Empress.” How would you have known of this incident had not DNO put it out? You have two tongues man. Lang sepant you
one thing that little island have in bombom eh yes sah
If the gov’t is not putting the feet down to stop this high increase of crimes ,Dominica will become like Jamaica….
the government is promoting crime what happen you did not hear ” no law not even the constitution!” the arrogant fool that said that has the country in chaos now, crime and violence is all we have here!
Tell me… WHAT THE HELLLLLL does the Government of Dominica have to do with the crime rate?
I’d love to hear your explanation. Government can’t brainwash people and erase all evil thoughts from their minds and prevent these events from happening now can they?
Pray for all concerned including the criminals that crimes will be eradicated. What a day and time this would be should such occur.
I doubt Dominica would be able to survive what Jamaica is going through now. In terms of crime, Jamaica is not unique; just take a look at what is happening in other countries in the region such as Trinidad, Guyana, Bahamas, etc. Consider for a moment that prior to the guns, drugs, deportation of criminals, political tribalization, greed and people trying to live at levels that are way beyond their means, Jamaica was considered to be a Paradise! For that matter, there was a time when people were able to walk alone anywhere in Jamaica at anytime and if they were afraid, it would likely be of a ‘duppy’, not a criminal. Dominicans, your country is beautiful; work to make it safe and enjoy it!
For the population it is already as Jamaica and Trinidad.
lord jesus send a flood to wash out all the evil on our nature isle
you saying that but i hope you know when you ask for that there will be innocent people who can be washed away as well so be careful what you wish for.
“When the rain falls it dont fall on one man house top”! be careful wat you ask for bcuz u might just be one of them!
Fire and brimstones to burn them all.
The Police force is corrupt… If those who are supposed to maintain law and order are lawless and out of order, how can one expect crime and violence to be on the low. The law men work hand in hand with the gangs so don’t expect things to get better. In the mean time I will be praying for my country, join me all.
Unfortunately the police force is made up of men n women just like you and me, who also want their share. The little man gets caUght but the police force crooked and peter helping paul.
I mean Seriously? What is up with those dudes and bikes these days….killing and kidnapping for bikes? is it really that important…Geeeeez!
and they going gay to for bike
Bike? But u forget to mention black berry, gold chain, money, an for the fun of it
I guess so. They not interested in making land papers so they will have a roof over their head when they old. either they hoping to die young or expect to ride forever till. Those little girls that want them may soon turn to women and leave them. so let them play still.
Is it really worth it? If they are caught, they will be arrested and shackled; will have to stand before a magistrate in Court, embarrassed and humiliated and fined or imprisoned. They will have a criminal record.
These criminals do not like themselves. After the Law is through with them, God’s Law will deal with them. This is why they should be called foolish people.
Damn!!!! It’s like Wild Wild West up in here. Times are hard man getting desperate bwoi!
They not desperate, just greedy. Is wannabe ganstas that doing them things, not poor people.
Lord, please put a hand.
to the person who ask wat that have to do with politics its all part of no law no constitution…
Agreed. Politics is NOT the reason for crimes, but POLITICIANS are supposed to write and rewrite LAWS to CONTROL CRIME through PUNISHMENT.
What a country?
Its A good thing i moved to Afghanistan.
Stay there and adapt to their culture and Enjoy it
Stuppes.
Please stay
u better stay there
No comments man?haha
Not yet! It was still early. Give them a break. There will be comments.
Lol I’m dizzy from all this bowdelle u see mi
Sorry but what does that have to do with politics. Stick to the issue at hand and the offense that has been committed.
well it have everything to do with politics because is they funding we party
WRONG ANSWER. “well it have everything to do with politics because” Politicians make the Laws, they SHOULD UPHOLD the LAWS. If they do not follow through with the Laws CRIMES will NOT subside.
@ArAb, What does that have to do with politics, you asked? Everything. If not politics then VERY POOR GOVERNANCE which takes us back to politics and the root of the issue. Did you pay attention to what one source said? Read this again “However, one source has told DNO that the bike had been stolen and that the men decided to go to Salisbury after receiving a “tip off”.
“They grouped up and went to Salisbury but when they arrived at the guy’s home they were amazed to see another bike which the police had seized earlier and that had been placed at Morne Bruce for safe keeping. That needs explaining by the police,” the source stated. here is where polics comes in: How could a bike alledgedly ceased by the police and placed at Morne Bruce end up in somebody’s yard? Doesn’t that say something about the police department? Doesn’t that say that the leadership of the police is slack? Then who chose and elected the police commissioner? Was it based on qualification or something else? No matter how we twist it, we whop are sincere MUST go back to the root of the problem. There is a lot I would like to say but DNO will not put out so let me not waste my time. One last thing; With all the crimes taking place in Dominica since 2007, why has the government not try to come with an amnesty that would take possessions of these illegal guns? During the reign of UWP they had amnesty in place and in my capacity I had two guns returned to me. That two less guns on the street. Why does this administration do likewise if they really want to tackle crime?
Member of Parliament for Salisbury Hector John is out of state but has issued a statement condemning the events.
Strange. This bike business sounds like a real melee. Could make a good movie.
Only in D/ca you say?
What the hell is really going on??
they trade BARABAS for JESUS,that’s what’s going on my brother.
God cover my Dominica under your blood. STOP this nonsense!! And WHY is a motorcycle that suppose to be in police custody at someone’s home? hmm..officer in trouble.
Your God is asleep and has let you down yet again, that’s why all these things happen without intervention from God. People need to take charge of their lives and stop depending on a God that does not listen, speak or answer prayers. Asleep way too long, Dominica!
The commissioner needs to temporarily arm the on and off duty police officers. Crime stepped up now the police needs to step up.
Other countries officer are to buy an extra gun which they have to register. I think that we shold step up.
nonsense,one of the main problem for the increase of crime in Dominica is because of the corrupted police force,u did not read that a scooter which was suppose to be in police custody at morne bruce was found in Salisbury?policemen have become politicians and as a result the desease which is found in the majority of politicians is now a serious epidemic in the police force.CORRUPTION.mr.commissoner doh never do a thing like that otherwise u will cry MAMMA in your office.what de commissioner need to do is get good police officers,and the politicians need to allow him to select his police recruits.imagine there is a police officer who is training police officers at the training school who is a criminal so what u expect.i understand your concern, but I disagree totally.
dont be silly,the officers in dominica are very immature and irresponsible.they should never be armed. until this is different and a “independent” supervisory panel and court with the teeth to oversee and prosecute them for wrong doings or irresponsible behavoir is created..