The High Court in Roseau on Thursday sentenced 74-year-old Edward “Alcapone” Green to 25 years in the slammer.
Green was convicted for the 2008 murder of Damian Dorival.
Prosecutor Keith Scotland had asked the court for a “life sentence”.
Scotland called the incident “cold blooded, unprovoked and a senseless killing” which requires a “life sentence” in jail.
Defence counsel Peter Alleyne said there is no need to send an “extra message to society since it was not the worst of killings in Dominica.”
Green told the court he is “no threat to society” and “should later in life get a chance.”
Free popoun. Who kill de man…??????who see???who knw God .am i correct so Who dat can judge. No evidence powww conia mamans dominica And itpeople
Alcapone did wrong but the justice system in Dominica gone wild..all the other murderers running around scots free some doing silly time. Them prosecutors had a grudge, a vendetta against Edward and it just goes to show. They more need locking up than Alcapone….
wait a while,you mean to say that if someone does not pay there rent on time you can chop off their head and not get a life sentence,bwoy Dominica really sweet
I must respond to your foolish question. Who said he murdered him and did what you stated? It appears to be pure speculation. He had witnesses who gave evidence of where he was at the time the murder was supposed to have been committed. The Court did not take their evidence into account and/or did not believe them.
This man has been in prison for 5 years without a hearing. They already punished him. Let him be. He is at the mercy of the government and the court. Since he has to spend some more years in prison, pray for him and for other prisoners. They are all in dire need of God’s blessing and graces.
Pray for yourself too. If you have children and grandchildren, do likewise. Pray also for especially Dominican youths that they will never follow bad company and get themselves in trouble with the Law.
had it been your child who was six feet underground his or her body parts severed is that the same response you would give? Pray that this never happens to any member of your family.God sometimes test our faith and observes how we respond to these tests.
Alcapone is not the worst there was alot of murders in my little country and most of them walked free
dno u need to hire a pro investigative reporter,there is so much news out there.do some research or hire me.i remember everything in roseau since 1948.when hitler was dead there was a big carnival in roseau with pie fig and effigies of hitler.
I like the sarcasm. Nice way to write if you are asking DNO to be their reporter; your spelling and grammar in this comment sucks! Hahaha
do you have a csc cantab? you are a dummy boy
This is interesting. Is this true? Dominicans then celebrated the death of Hitler? All countries suffered to a certain extent while Hitler ruled. What a bold and wicked man he was. I do not expect his soul to be anywhere else but in Hell. Consider he starved people to death. He sent millions to the gas chamber.
I worked with a few people from Poland and Russia.
A lady from Poland who was in the concentration camp showed me the numbers they pierced on her arm. She told me after Hitler died, they wanted to pay her to take them off. She refused. They did not want the world to know about it.
Another one told me that they were well-to-do, had a big house and that people were sent to live with them. They had no freedom, could not confide in anyone for fear they would be reported. They did not know who could be trusted. This happened to everyone in Russia and wherever Hitler ruled. The people lived through Hell under that regime. They suffered a lot.
This was Hitler’s promise to them to make their life better. That man was a deranged man. Imagine the atrocities against Europeans.
He really thought the world was his and tried to have his way.
If you still have your freedom in Dominica, thank God. Pray for its continuity. Encourage peace, unity and harmony. If this is lost you have nothing as prisoners in prison.
dno u never print facts.how did peters father die? print that if u dare
Alas i would do that to him he is old and blind “i heard”. so what i would do is, send him home but with curfew and limited access to society, with some supervision by police. Idk this Alleyne man is not making sense either.
The three baddest sheriff in town, one gone two more to go. De Ayatollah then Skarewrit.
Defence counsel Peter Alleyne said there is no need to send an “extra message to society since it was not the worst of killings in Dominica. I think this Defence Council has no heart, and no regard for people’s lives….he seems to have invested interest in Mr Green…we are not interested in any other crimes here, but the HEINOUS crime committed by this very evil man…he took someone’s son’s life, and partner or husband and maybe a dad away from their family yet, Mr Alleyne is being overly sensitive to his sentence – God help Dominica with Defence Counsel like Mr Alleyne. The sentence should have been TO DIE in PRISON….HE should not be allowed to see Day light again…Evil man…Shame on Mr Alleyne for condoning such HEINOUS Crime…
thats what i dont like with dominicans when they in youf favouryou can geet away with eney thing but when day do like you thay want to kill you dominicans we nid to wake up an ask jah to bless our island
Dad died
i believe we place too much human emotion into our justice system. the man’s lawyer is correct to state that this is not the most heinous crime and given the challenges to mr Green as it relates healthwise he probably could have been given a lesser sentence. At least he would be able to spend time with his family b4 he goes to the eternal place of punishment. And the victim is already dead why not focus on healing the lives of those who are still living
That is essentially life already. He will die in prison.
I would not give him life sentence , I would just give him a little 100 years sentence . LOL
Should it really matter which killing was worst than another to justify a life sentence.. ?? Really.. Wow!
Taj you got it more than right.
25 years hmmm….. now lets be a little more realistic …. 25 years – 5 already spent on remand divided by 2 since 1 night = a day and 1 day = a day in prison….hence 1 (real) day equals 2 days…. (25-5)/2= 10 (real) years…. a more realistic figure.
No Justice,
Just Us….
Defence counsel Peter Alleyne said there is no need to send an “extra message to society since it was not the worst of killings in Dominica.”
TELL THAT TO THE FAMILY OF THE VICTIM, WE KNOW IT IS JUST A JOB FOR YOU AND NOTHING MORE.
You got your money right ?
ignorance has showed his ugly face..
Is this the mitigating factor that Mr Alleyne used in his client defense. As a law student I find that statment absurd for a seasoned lawyer like Mr Alleyne. As a student I was taught that your concern as a lawyer should be for deterrence when sentencing. Minimizing the the crime by comparing it to othere crimes seems inappropriate to me.
Mr Alleyn is right; the killing of nurse son on carnival day is more gruesome than that of Alcapone cause the killer was caught on camera and still got away. No one saw Alcapone butcher the young man but many people saw the ruthlesd killer butchering the young man on thst carnival day. That is more gruesome in my opinion
@lang mama….that carnival tape was kept out of court by the prosecution because it showed other people and not the person who was on trial…educate yourself instead or perpetuating lies….thats why he was released…
Although I do not know the circumstances of that tape because I didn’t see it, it is my opinion that “we” as a people failed to deliver justice for Dalrymple. Did the persons who saw the killing testify? That is where the problem is…with us. Time for us to take responsibility as a people for our actions and in-actions. We can save lives simply by positively minding ourselves, our relatives and friends. Stop support crime. All crime is crime.
I knew Damien well. 25 years translates to 25-5/2= 10 more years for his killing. Is this really justice especially when you consider the circumstance?
Alleyne is right the Dalrymple killing was worse.
clearly that is a joke to you. Ignorance
To all those saying that he should be sentenced to life, think back on what was the big argument a while back in regards to the gentleman who was sentenced for the Honeychurch murder. Alot of us were saying that he had spent enough time in prison and it was inhumane to keep him in prison any longer. At that time I was wondering what precedent were we setting when the arguement for his release was that he was in prison for to long and it was inhumane. How can we now expect to send anyone to prison for life when we complain that someone who had been imprisoned for less than 30 years has spent too much time in prison. That’s why we need to be careful what we ask for. Now alcapone gets 25 years why should we complain. Now please don’t think that I’m saying he should not have been sentenced to life, because he should, or that the other gentleman should not Have been released. My concern is the precedent that was set. He could have been released for any other reason. So now it’s only fair that the maximum sentence for any crime should be the same. meaning that persons like alcapone will not get the sentence that they truly deserve.
Breaking news. Someone actually got convicted for a murder in Dominica.
and the wrong person! they convicted an innocent frail and weak old man whose only crime is he liked to sit at the lab in mahaut, drinking his red cap and telling jokes to all and sundry who would listen
Mr Alleyne is correct its not the worse murder in DA. The worse was when Wayne Dalrymple was killed in cold blood on camera in the middle of Roseau. Come on people dont tell me you forgot that this was the worse. How can you not see that the lawyer is correct?
Premeditated as well, who sharpens a soup spoon to stab someone?
really? you are such an ignorant person and for all those that like to judge people only God knows. Trend very lightly
We dominicans are a bunch of hypocrites. How is mr green any different fro those drug dealers u guys glorify? The cocaine the sell leads to all sorts of crimes and even murder yet when police pick them up all u cry for their release. Saying is jealousy and ppl need to earn a living. Wh not call for stiffer penalties for those murderous drug dealers
I suppose you do not know Mr. Green and the gruesome crime he comitted?
Maybe we should compare the crimes of Skeritt and have a poll.
It appears you are certain he committed the crime and were a witness to it.
Well go and sleep in his cell with him if you are so upset. You are no different from the drug dealers you speak of and Alcapone but want to call Dominicans hypochrite. All crime is crime. Alcapone is no gentle giant or saint so be mad all you want he will be relaxing in stocky and when the law catches up to the cocaine dealers, chikd molestors, theives and other criminals that’s where they’ll take up residence too.
God will judge him ans He will judge you, your words and lifestyle.
That’s not enough! Point blank!
He’s going to die in prison anyway, so what’s the point?
At least he got to see his fiftieth birthday! did the young man at least get to see his kids graduate high school if he had any or did he get to reach thirty years old at least? TROLOL the more you open your mouth the more dumb you sound
I’ve told you, the man will be deceased in the next 25 years of natural causes anyway. There is no way that he is passing the age of 95. What did I say that you can’t understand sir/madam? The point is that he is getting life in prison! The only thing worst than 25 years is death penalty, which would be fine by me. Why are you so vulgar and disrespectful calling me stupid, you really hurt my feelings. I’m going to go cry in my car now.
What does Mr. Alleyne mean by: it is not the worst of killings”. As far as the victim is concerned he is dead, regardless.
sit down and ponder on the statement and stop taking it negatively. Typical
good killing, better killing, best killing, worst killing…Mr. Alleyne should know. Tell that to the dead man or his family, kind sir.
What catergory does your son’s killing come under?
my thoughts exactly! y focus on the victims he is already dead they should have freed alcapone and let him spend the little time he have left with his family, drinking his red cap and giving jokes!
maybe you will be his next victim
life sentence sounds good. wicked senseless killing.
Some people know how to stay in character anyways… No don’t send an extra message and no it’s not the most gruesome!!!!! TIME… TIME… TIME… Alleyne.. time, tow pwesah parkay voir jour ouvert!
Alcapone no you are no threat now because you in the court box, put you outside after three show-dos with Guinness, a pail of fawchine, 2 large ton well cooked, 2 bull foot soup with mastiff, a swing by the lab, and you will be in rear form! It will not bring Damian back, but in some small way, justice will be served.
Me? I want to be like Jesus. Forgive my enemies. Judge not least ye be Judged. If that man repent of his sins he’ll make it into heaven; and all who stand to be self righteous and un-repented for all of their “little” sins will not enter in. This is not to say that I’m siding with the convicted. But we too must be careful. It could be our child or relative tomorrow who may be placed in the “SLAMMER.”
This isn’t about rejoicing for anybody can do anything anytime, however if Damian were your relative, friend, you would feel differently. Likewise if Alcapone were, you would want people to be sorry especially given his years. Having said that, take comfort in knowing that forgiving somebody of a crime or any wrong against you, doesn’t mean they automatically get to go free. If my family member did this, I would be distraught, but they would have to sit their arse in prison and face the consequences. Maybe I’d still visit, but you do the crime, you do the time. Note too, when people doing mischief for long, and always get away with it, they believe their own hype and think everyday is Christmas. Do you believe this was his first rodeo with brutality?
What type of person was the victim?
Well Ben Dong the Bible also says: Genesis 9:6
“Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man shall his blood be shed, for God made man in his own image.”
I am obligated to respond to you. Your quotation from Genesis 9:6 in the Old Testament caused me to respond.
It is for this same reason Our Almighty Father sent his only Son to earth that whoever believes in him might not perish eternally.
Grace and Truth Came Through Jesus Christ – John 1:17.
Recall what Our Lord said about “An eye for an eye…” He said, “But I tell you…”
Our Lord taught us, it is not an eye for an eye…but that we must forgive. Study the New Testament.
He also said, “If someone slaps you on your cheek, turn the other cheek.” You should know what that means.
The Lord said: “Vengeance is Mine. I will repay!” It is not for us to take vengeance.
Taking revenge is committing murder. It is hatred. Our Lord taught us to forgive from the heart. He also taught us to love one another.
These are the words and teachings of Our Lord Jesus Christ which all of us are obligated to obey.
Whether it is murder or not, we are obligated to forgive. The problem with some people is, they do not pray to God (or as they should) with a loving, humble and contrite heart to ask him to soften their heart to forgive.
You should know Our Lord said, “Unless you forgive from the heart neither will my Heavenly Father forgive you.” You better study and concentrate on the New Testament which is, the teaching of Our Lord Jesus Christ and the Apostles, the latter, as inspired by the Holy Spirit.
Remember too, Our Lord said, after He goes, He will send His Advocate – Holy Spirit – who will teach us and tell us what to say.
The Lord is faithful and true to his promise. He will never rescind it. I reiterate, we are obligated to obey or face eternal punishment, caused by disobedience, retaliation, stubbornness and rebelliousness.
Try going before the Lord for your judgment and say, “I refuse to forgive. I will never forgive. I did it my way.” See where your soul will end up.
It is said, “We will not go to Heaven on our terms. We will go on Jesus terms”, based on his teachings and the religious teaching of the Church.
Hope you get this straight into your head before it is too late for your manner of thinking which is not what Our Lord Jesus Christ taught us and expects of us. Too many quote from the Old Testament and not from the New Testament.
Our Lord wants us to concentrate, learn, teach and live the New Testament – His Word – The Gospel of the Lord.
To Justice and Truth
should we then just cast aside the old testament and what ever is in it. it seems to me that we are quick to forget the old testament when it suits us. but when its to condemn other things we use it as reference.
So let’s just give up on the prison, and set everyone free…let’s just forgive them and pinch their behinds…nice!!!
It is so true!
…another centenarian!
Yes, he will qualify for free cooking gas.
Am really wondering if he really killed the boy. I was on a bus when i heard a man say he know who him the boy and they ask him first to kill him but was not enough money.
now you find it relevant well with that info call 1800 8477 and give them the tip maybe you will collect 200.00 if you are right
Really, Peter Alleyne how about if it was your family would you have said the same thing, how worse could it have been you should be ashamed of yourself for saying that I realize that most attorney in Dominica don’t have a conscious its all about the money and who can get the most client but sometimes, I think before you talk you should think.
Do your homework on him and then his statement will come full circle.
Mr Alleyne is just doing his job, you cant blame him for that. And you dont know what his personal life entails so dont say what if it was his family..
This is not what he meant. This is how some of you could misinterpret wording based on your mentality.
I would jail Mr. Alleyne for that comment. All kill is kill
you want to jail a man for his statement? Then society is happy you are no in authority to do that. Check yourself
Not the worst?….. BRUTAL just the same…….. he should have gotten a life sentence……
A chance? WHY?, when he took advantage of his freedom to commit such a heinous act
Thank you Jesus! Justice at last!!! Rest in peace Damian…
Not justice at all my friend. A 25 year long sentence is nothing. Mr. Green will be out in a few years because 5 years will be subtracted from that. Leaving 20, and even then he only serves 2/3 0f the remaining 20. Our tax dollars, along with the prison doctor and nurse will keep him fed and healthy for the next 12 or so yrs. Sad but true
This is your earthly feeling and response. How do you know it is pleasing to the Lord? How do you know the sentence is pleasing to the Lord and that he should be either acquitted or given a lesser sentence?
The Lord knows everything. Nothing escapes him. Do not try to play God and think you are correct.
Bull crap!!!! whatever happen to life! Not the most gruesome? Really Mr Allyne? You of all people in court saying this…WAW
Please tell him what he should say cause your a lawyer you would know right?
Susan whoever you are go find something useful to do with yourself. The comment Mr. Alleyne made is very insensitive. Support him but agree that he should not have made that statement. That is the problem with us in Dominica; we forget principles and morals based on who does wrong.
Am not surprised at Mr.Alleyne’s comment he’s got his reason…..smdh
What is his reason? Elaborate
yes please Elaborate.
ah Mr. Green at yr age you should be on a cruise.
Whatever a done doeth so shall be repeath. So much land and property and u have to die in a jai;.
Do good in life and let the Blessings of God flow. never be wicked it will fall on u and yr generation
There are some things beyond our control, our mentality and which we cannot fathom or never will in our mortal form. You never know. He may be protected from outside evil elements.
God works in his mysterious ways. Let us think God. Do not take God for granted or underestimate him.
The things some people state. Who said he will die in the jail? Are you God? What about you? Do you know when you will die and how? He may live longer than you. His end may be happier and peaceful than yours. He has people as also relatives praying for him.
Let us send up prayer petitions to God to help those as he who are in dire need of them. God forgives.
I’m still pondering on that statement by the Defense Counsel….I’m bewildered i think. wow
Those judges in Dominica not easy. They need to put in place some sentencing guidelines..I myself give up, 25 years only
Be careful what You meditate on !Since I was a child I have heard these words uttered by Persons”I will kill Mister “or”I will kill a man”.This constant mantra becomes the highlight of the meditation of some individuals.Known to always be threatening and carrying an illegal firearm seems like this individual got His desires fulfilled. Let this be a lesson to the type of mindset we cultivate as we go through life.
…And you know, some people make that statement in jest, not meaning it and obviously with no intention of carrying it out. They soon forget about what they stated for it was not serious and not to be taken seriously. They are merely words stated, strange, amicable words, to relatives and friends who somehow annoyed them or played a prank on them or teased them.
How many times even children make that statement and do not even give it a thought after having stated it. Something to contemplate on.
not the worst of killings? I cannot remember anything worst
oh please.how old are you??stupesssss
He/she must have been born yesterday or today.
get a chance? are you serious- he needs to take the rest of his time and ponder on what he has done!
25yr minus the 5 he already serve.REMEMBER THAT RIGHT! THAT IS ALL I SAYING. this country with its laws on sentencing….smh some getting 15yr for shit some getting 18 yrs for crap.some getting 8yrs or utter rubbish…smh.this country is a mess at all angles.
boy that just messed up