BREAKING NEWS: Police release Dr. Thomson Fontaine

Fontaine being carried after his release

The police have released Dr. Thomson Fontaine but he has been told that he should return to Police Headquarters on Monday at 9:00 am.

He was released pending further investigations.

After his release Fontaine was greeted by a jubilant crowd which shouted, “Free Dr. Fontaine” and “Skerrit must go.”

He was carried through the streets by some in the crowd.

He was picked up moments after he left his radio show on Q95 by members of the Special Security Unit (SSU) on Sunday afternoon.

The reasons for his arrest remain unknown as this time. However, his home was searched by the police on Saturday.

Opposition Leader, Lennox Linton, said in a Facebook post that Fontaine was taken into custody “under instructions from the Skerrit dictatorship to imprison him for speaking the truth and standing up for the good of Dominica.”

After learning of Fontaine’s arrest, a crowd quickly gathered outside Police Headquarters.

Police in military wear kept a heavy presence in the area.

Dr. Fontaine leaving Police Headquarters

 

 

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243 Comments

  1. Viewsexpressed
    April 3, 2021

    Mr. D. Ell, what on earth are you talking about? Is that meant to be English or Kochoni language. Please try again that we are able to comprehend what is it that you’re wanting to say to us?
    Please try again and make good use of the English Language.
    Thanks 👍 You, and don’t be this blind Loyalist if you’re not sufficiently been informed of what this matter is all about.
    I don’t know the story, I have not seen it do be cautious in what it is you want to share with us.
    Please be guided and research and be prepared to write your thoughts that we are able to welcome and comprehend it. Thanks much and all the best.

  2. The Eel
    February 13, 2017

    Give my men but two months! I still await for the reason for the march and its findings. If Pm should resign on his own accord so be it but, if he is forced out, Police stay home,labour supporters here we come, we must protect our PM. Tony all this is, for them to avoid the witness box, they are coming from all angles now. We shall not be moved.

    • Practical
      February 13, 2017

      Are you making a point.

    • Kewl
      February 13, 2017

      What a heap of cow dung, are you making any sense? Dominica comes before PM, President and all, so if you can’t be rational say nothing at all.

    • %
      February 13, 2017

      Your idiot,have you really said anything here?The good Doctor is out,and he will continue to tell the world about Monfared and the other criminals who have our passports.i

      • KID ON THE BLOCK
        February 14, 2017

        %, Are you including your good doctor on the list too? Since he also holds a Diplomatic passport and his involvement in the DASS FAEASCO?

  3. mine
    February 13, 2017

    You all are celebrating the release of thompson just like they were doing when they released Barabas take note of it. the only person who knows the truth is god cause he sees everthing. I recalled someone broke into my aunt’s home and hit her with a cutlas later someone cut off that hand in an argument, so never celebrateothers if you dont know the contrite truth. comma is a bitch when you play fire on day it will burn you.

    • %
      February 13, 2017

      Thousands of Dominicans know the truth…It was a blatant LIE by evil men from the pit of hell!!!

    • Kewl
      February 13, 2017

      For sure Karma is a bitch for us all,what you do that’s what you will see.

  4. CORRECTION
    February 13, 2017

    DNO i think it’s Special Services Unit (SSU) just FYI

  5. Neverson st jean
    February 13, 2017

    Where have u ever heard of a coup using a hifi truck.lol the police chief and the govt are nuts

    • Island empress
      February 13, 2017

      Nevo them fellas are jokers, who had a plan to mess up the gathering and it backfired. Talk all over the place how long they were waiting in the stadium, they never wanted them to have that meeting and they won’t give permission again because they will use this bogus shit, but time will tell. The opposition should stop talking and let the chips fall where they may because a section of the population are not going to take heed.

    • %
      February 13, 2017

      Full time..Those liars are caught with their pants down..A stalled hifi truck overthrowing a government! LIARS!!

  6. jonathan st jean
    February 13, 2017

    Chief Carbon,every pack of cards has joker’s in there but in Dominica you are the joker man.Under your tenure (not leadership) the police force has become like the Tonton makoot in Haiti and the Mongoose gang in Grenada.Its a dangerous mix when politicians are the ones telling the police how to do their jobs and which job they must do.Keep in mind that the ugly periods in Haiti and Grenada did end.Therefore this nonsense going on in Dominica will end too.

  7. February 13, 2017

    Some people are saying that Dr. Thomson Fontaine should not return to the Police station this morning and I do understand their point of view but I do believe that Dr. Fontaine should return back to the Police station as requested with his lawyers . What I hope that Dr .Fontaine and his lawyers will do is to bring legal charges against the policemen and police department for harassment and all other jump up charges against him or the UWP, It’s about time the tables are turn on those departments and persons that go out of their way to intimidate the public bring them to the Court , it’s time to full up the court calendars with cases against PM to Tony to Carbon and all the others their are, enough is enough and the Opposition must file charges because they are targeted by the police and their top commander .

    • My 2 Cents
      February 13, 2017

      How can he bring charges against the police department when HE knows what they brought him in for is real. He and the rest of the UWP clowns can twist the stories all they want for people like you because they know UWP follower are not the brightest crayons in the pack and can easily be fooled but the reality they know and the police have not done anything wrong like they would like Dominicans to believe. Wake up, get hooked on Phonics and stop making wanna be politicians play you for a fool with the make belief fake news.

      • concern citizen
        February 13, 2017

        Yes U said that they are celebrating Thompsons release just like they celebrated Barabas release, the only person who knows the truth is God, this is the eternal God, and not your god please take note
        but I am to tell U that Proverbs chapter 15 and verse 3 says, the eyes of the Lord are in every place beholding the Evil and the Good
        The eternal God also saw when the malefactors’ fire bomb the house of the Emmanuel’s on Christmas morning 2010 in St. Aromant, U will remember that Tony As taphan said that he was the first one on site when the fire broke out and there was no vehicle there, who told him about the fire so that he could go and look for the vehicle that was used to transport their men to put the fire, the same man As taphan and Lawrence accompanied to police headquarters the arsonist went to him for the rest of his money, so what is UR. take on that A . . H . . . . .?

      • Viewsexpressed
        April 3, 2021

        Your sense has no value and commonsense. Therefore the value of your state of mind according to you appears to be 2 Cents. This is the value that you have brought to yourself. Shame on you 😂 and we hope that you are not alligned to this fake incompetent Questionable failed Labour Party Government.That DLP and its incompetent failed Labour Prime Odd’ Minister has killed our economy, created this deceitfull Red Clinic Bobol just to gain fame. This is not the concept nor the way to build up our people and our Dominica. Skerrit is Not Developmentally mature nor focus on Socioeconomic development concept let alone to be this faiied immnature Prime Odd Minister. We are tired and sick of this incompetent Labour government.

  8. Facts
    February 13, 2017

    It is good that the masses are providing support to Dr Fontaine.

    I hope next time that Joshua needs him and Athie is begging him on air to go to provide the support he will go and not cower in fear – they can never arrest everyone not even if they use the stadium as a jail!

    • Feup #1
      February 13, 2017

      Are you for real? I was listening and people were begging Dr Fontaine not to go as they feared for his life and he told Athie he wants to go to support his friend and did just that.
      Why do say things we know nothing about.

  9. February 13, 2017

    The police arrested the man and the crowd chanted, “Skerrit must go”? What madness is this? These men need to pay for their words and actions. You do not disrespect the law and expect to walk away scot-free. This situation affects all of us, wrong is wrong. The members of UWP, namely Linton and Fontaine stood watching the fires and made no attempt to fight the flame. Instead they smiled and took photos. It was just a big joke to them. Time will tell!

    • mine
      February 13, 2017

      If they were there watching the fire and did not do nothing and crying innocent sooner or later their own fir will burn them.

  10. DesVidalWilliams
    February 13, 2017

    Are you really serious right now? All the crap that’s happening in Dominica and you guys still continue to make excuses for it. Regardless of your political affiliation, people wrong is wrong. This has to stop. We have to put Dominica first, ONCE AND FOR ALL.
    Dominica is a democratic state and you cant just go around arresting people, because you think you can. Today is Thompson tomorrow is your brother or sister. People please put Dominica first, you cannot be ok with what’s happening. Its wrong and it has to stop. People, the truth is the light of the world. You have the right to speak on any issues that is affecting you without threat of retaliation. Dominica is a democratic state, Right?

    Dominica my heart bleeds for your because the very people that has taken an oath to protect you are the very people that are abusing you. I JUST DON’T UNDERSTAND HOW WE CLAIM TO LOVE DOMINICA AND YET GIVE ONE MAN THE PERMISSION TO CONTINUE TO DESTROY OUR BEAUTIFUL DOMINICA.

  11. Wilderness voice
    February 13, 2017

    And this is the writing that was inscribed: Mene, Mene, Tekel, and Parsin. 26 This is the interpretation of the matter: Mene, God has numbered[g] the days of your kingdom and brought it to an end; Deuteronomy:5:26

  12. Lady Gaga
    February 13, 2017

    Monfared, Monfared, Monfared ! Monfared is the issue. I know that many of you would prefer that there be no discussion on this issue and so are pleased with the efforts by this DLP regime to silence everyone who keeps this part of the national conversation. Aren’t you all questioning why DA has been so “unlucky” with its diplomats ? Many turning out to be fugitives from the law ?

    Sensible people, do not allow these apologists and spin doctors to change the conversation. We need to remain focused on the diplomatic passport which was in the possession of Alireza Monfared an Iranian criminal who was reportedly associating with the top brass of the Labour party and lived in DA while he was being sought for crimes in his country.

  13. No Sugar Quoting
    February 13, 2017

    Whatever is going on isn’t in the best interest of we Dominicans. we are a strong people. Men who hunger for power should not be our focus. Our focus should be on whats best for our development and enhancement as a nation. We must put all bias aside and set our eyes on unity. Politics have not divided us as a people . Our way of thinking did that. If anyone loved Dominica or Dominicans in general he/she should do what best benefits us as a people. Many support party and over the years have struggled to survive. its time we stop thinking party and start thinking Dominica.

  14. Just Passing Through
    February 13, 2017

    Let me see if I understand the UWP. As far as they are concerned the Police is not supposed to do their job and bring anyone for questioning? Well UWP management and supporters have really lost it.

    Dominicans we are not living in a bubble. People at home, in the Caribbean and Internationally know what happened last week and I am positive the police had a very good reason for questioning the man; but as usual without knowing the facts the UWP supporters are complaining.

    If you have a fete and applied for a liquor license to sell liquor, the board sets a time say until 1:00AM. At 1:01 AM you should no longer be selling any hard drinks.

    On the one hand the UWP are protesting about what they believe is right; at the same time they believe it is okay for them to break the same laws they are supposedly protesting about. I am very confused.

    They are calling for the PM to step down; yet they don’t want to be questioned by the police.

    • Extremely
      February 13, 2017

      You are really just passing through. Just stick around you might learn a little bit more because you seem lost.

      • Viewsexpressed
        April 3, 2021

        I second this motion…..well said Extremely. Thanks much. Some pen some ridiculous thoughts not well versed of the obvious failure and incompetence of this failed incompetent Questionable inmature Labour government under this failed incompetent do called Odd Minister Skerrit.
        We definitely need Decency in our Government and our Dominica and for that reason Skerrit must “Go to Hell.. Go to Hell..” He’s not visionary nor is he sufficiently matured and focused to be our Prime Minister. He’s not sufficiently matured nor focussed to hold this prestine position. We need a more committed well exposed and commited Politician in the name of our distinguished experienced Leader of the Opposition, Our trusted UWP Team Leader Hon. Lennox Linton. We strongly stand with him. Skerrit must Go, he and his Incompetent Labour government has failed us big time.
        We welcome Hon. Lennox Linton and his trusted competent professional United Workers Party. Let’s take a Government back. Amen. God 🙏 is…

  15. jerry sinclair
    February 13, 2017

    I bet Skerrit and the police cheif slept well last night in the knwledge that such a dangerous criminal was arrested Dominicans can sleep well in there beds knowing that they are safe, What nonesense is this arrest or loose your job that is the truth for sure, this signals the end of Skerrit he is acting like a despot just like Mugabi, Nicolae Ceausecu, destroy anyone who is against me that way I keep the power, well it is the people who have the power he would do well to remeber that

  16. Doc. Love
    February 13, 2017

    When Skeritt became prime minister, their was a lot of talk about he being a visionary leader. If the laborites in particular really believe that, they must asked themselves what has gone wrong. Let us forget the alleged corruption, let us forget the mishandling of the economy, let us forget the dictatorial behavior, what visionary leader would have done what he did over the past week. Dominicans are just about settling over the arrest of a medical doctor because of his political views, a mini riot took place subsequently, today, Sunday, their are three tourist ships in port, , the best thing the visionary leader could do is to allow the police is pick up a senator and put him in custody for approximately four hour, then released him and asked him to return next day. He knew this action would attract many Dominicans and maybe a possible mini riot. To add insult to injury, blocks a main road that is used by the tourist. Is that great leadership.

  17. Dominca Massive
    February 13, 2017

    Am sitting there looking to a lot of finger pointing…..The Pm has massive support…The opposition is using a tactic of hate and you can see is it clearly.America is a lamb like breast and in recent time is in turmoil …All am hearing what America is going to do….America has so much double standard …Please be remained nations shall rise and fall..I see a group of people refusing to create avenues of development and everything the government do they blue vex….Why there was obstruction when the police said time is up?Was the time limit adhere too? In my view some people are waiting in time like this to cause trouble…Most of them have no agenda..Yes freedom of speech is a right..One must also be aware of the facts and procedures.. They are certain things you must be careful how you say…America say the virgin Islanders belongs to it..Yet we dont see the progressive development from America….In my view I dont see the gain made from America,.Look at Puerto Rico //

  18. DA citizen
    February 12, 2017

    The person dream to make lovely people live like the middle east is really doing his job well . Big sunday you calling for the arrest of a man because he is talking against you . weh noo fini bat. thank you tony…..

  19. toupity
    February 12, 2017

    The honourable prime Minister can call election now and will still win. That’s who the majority of Dominicans want to run their state affairs. Get this straight. Workers are just a low life minority.

  20. In the first place, Skerrit has absolutely no right legal right as the prime minister of Dominica to suggest, or order the police to arrest anybody! Even if Skerrit heard someone made a seditious speech, incendiary as it may be, that would have to be a matter for the judiciary, the police to decide after consultation with the AG!

    If Skerrit has the power to order the arrest of anyone in the country, then a are mow assured that Dominica is under a dictatorship! If Carbon arrested Fontaine on Skerrit’s order, that is political, and naturally is false arrest! The ball in the hands of Fountains’ defense attorney’s.

    Let’s see if this will play out without Dominicans getting angry do something about this! So, they search his home, and found nothing, they could not arrest then. This is provocation with malice, and certainly classified as false arrest!

  21. Black woman
    February 12, 2017

    I can never ever vote again for that wicked and evil
    Government called Labour Party not my vote again
    They have ruined Dominica skritte must go enough
    Is enough AMEN

  22. Human
    February 12, 2017

    Please take what I write in good Faith. The God of Heaven and earth is not sleeping. He allows things to happen. May he be glorified in all things. I am calling on all and I mean ALL Dominicans. Let our conscience be our guide. Let us ask ourselves: Do I sleep well at night? If I were to die now, where would I spend eternity? Who do I put my trust in – God or man? I pray,”Lord make me an instrument of thy peace” May God bless our land, it’s citizens and more so our leaders. Love, peace and blessings to all.

  23. February 12, 2017

    I have a very strong feeling that the police themselves does not have their heart in this nonsense where the govt. is using them and turning them into a gestapo organization to terrorise and to intimidate it’s people. the police should assert themselves to show that they are not an arm of the labor party.

    • ye yep
      February 13, 2017

      Very true. The great majority of these guys are just reluctantly doing their jobs.

  24. %
    February 12, 2017

    Dominicans are now ready to come out whenever a patriot is touched,and/or arrested..This is very good moving forward..MONFAREDS friend, Skerrit CANNOT, and SHALL not muzzle us!

    • Expat
      February 13, 2017

      @ %. Which Dominicans are you talking about? You must be living in fantasy land.

    • Expat
      February 13, 2017

      @ %. Which Dominicans are you talking about? You must be living in fantasy land. Just remember the recent protest; there were not enough people to create any dent in the ruling apparatus so they resorted to violence. Now their leader and his cohorts are back peddling. Even though freedom of speech is guaranteed under the constitution that does not mean anybody can say whatevet he or she wants; people have to be held accountable. The protest back fired,now there is call for dialogue between the opposition, the government and police. How laughable and pathetic.

  25. Ahfooawee
    February 12, 2017

    As a marigot resident, I expected nothing better from Lennox. The man is a known troublemaker. Following him only adds fuel to the fire. If you and your gang are so hungry for power wait till the next election and give us reasons to vote you in. Earn some respect and win the hearts of Dominicans by being a peacemaker.

    • February 13, 2017

      boy u are an impostor boy stop lie dere talking about u from marigot

    • Be Good
      February 13, 2017

      well said bro this just not good what he is trying to do is just not good

    • %
      February 13, 2017

      You wish you were from this community?Its not too late! Skerrits actions suggests that he Skerrit,MONDAREDS good friend,wants to go before the next election.

    • ye yep
      February 13, 2017

      go back under the rock from whence you came

    • FORKIT
      February 13, 2017

      you not from marigot tony

    • Observer
      February 13, 2017

      You are not a marigotian……come real

    • February 13, 2017

      One don’t have to be red or blue to understand what’s going on , I’m not a supporter of either parties but I would say that Mr. Linton is not looking for power, and to correct you Linton is already in the Parliament so that in it self is power so I disagree with you because their are many form of power, it’s just like some feel he want to be PM he just cannot be all by himself so your argument is not just. As I said I’m not a supporter but I have my education and commonsense and therefore I can put my personal prejudices aside and understand what’s going on in the Island and that we need strong men and women to stand firm for our democracy. There are so many detail stories to read and understand and a PM that is so dangerous the plan was all their own and it didn’t materialized and look how fast the PM came on air an.
      PM cannot stop the information going out and it’s not the UWP or Freedom parties putting it out.

    • sdddssddd ggggg
      February 13, 2017

      TRAITOR :

    • Viewsexpressed
      April 3, 2021

      Afooowee, this is Nonsensical ridiculous thoughts of yours. Go take this blind thoughts of yours elsewhere in your thoughtless failed incompetent Questionable Labour government and its incompetent failed Immature visionless So called Prime Odd Minister. Skerrit is must go and in his own words: he “;Go to Hell Go to Hell it’s none of our Damn Business. ‘
      Our business now is to get rid of fake Skerrit and his failed questionable Labour government.
      We welcome our Decent trusted committed Professional dedicated UWP Team Leader Hon. LENNOX LINTON. This is where we are now. It’s time for change and kick out this Incompetent faikedt Immature visionless Labour Party Government. Get the hell out.
      Welcome our Decent committed UWP 🤗 and its formidable leader Hon. Lennox Linton.
      Wake up my Dominican People, we need that change by and get rid of faiied Skerrit’s Labour Party Government. We need that change.
      Welcome Hon Lennox Linton and his trusted decent UWP Team.

  26. papa
    February 12, 2017

    What ashame so little da come I.will.rot in the us tomuch rorow in that place feeling sick to my stomach

  27. Reasoning
    February 12, 2017

    The rogue prime mistake and his rogues posing as government must go!!!!

  28. Runble on T-Day
    February 12, 2017

    Control and Intimidation… “I will tell you what to do and you have to do it, You better do it or else” …Return to Police headquarters on Monday ??? what was happening in The House of Assembly Reach the Streets of Dominica now. Cant you see it?

  29. Roseau central
    February 12, 2017

    I was just given information that Skerritis ( scareirtis) in the US would like confirmation that Skerrit is in Long Island with family.
    any disporans can confirm? Norman, Clayton etc those in PA lol St.jean the green grocery guy former trained Agriculturist who has not planted a lettuce leaf in 26 yrs

    • Dominican
      February 13, 2017

      Ye? I thought UWP say he couldn’t go to the states PROPAGANDA MACHINE

    • Me
      February 13, 2017

      Maybe his family, to get them out of possible harm’s way but for Roosevelt Skerrit to seek sanctuary in the U.S.A. at this time would be the summit of madness.

    • jonathan st jean
      February 13, 2017

      It’s people like you with your elitist mindset who contribute to the dilemma where many young person’s don’t want to engage in agriculture.Do you know and understand the important role that green groceries play in modern cities where people are far removed from farms? There is no shame in working for a green grocery and if I’m in the market for a job I won’t hesitate to reach out to one for employment opportunity.But just so you know I currently work for the third largest bank in America.Also I harvested lots of tomatoes from my garden last year and was very happy to share with my neighbors and some of my co-workers.Skerritts false next level has a good soldier in you.You guys want to denigrate agriculture for hotel and tourism development.Don’t worry about me just look at the terrible results of your next level.Also do you realize how the US authorities trailed Ng Lap Singh before he was arrested.It started since Clinton was governor of Arkansas.Just calm down.They don’t want…

  30. Rise
    February 12, 2017

    Carry your candle….run to the darkness….. seek out the hopeless….confused and torn….. If it’s not for Linton and Fountain… I see Dominica behind God’s back. Some Dominicans just like to remain in the dark…. they don’t like to learn… no wonder they are so ignorant cuz they are afraid of book, pen and education. Never have I ever seen such a bunch of lazy Dominicans… it feels so good to work hard for what you want and in the end feel like you have attained something. Dominicans you all know that slavery is not abolished in Dominica???? Rise Dominica! Rise

  31. LaPlaine Observer
    February 12, 2017

    Democracy is under serious attack by this regime. No arrest should be made solely on the basis of SUSPICION. Only PROBABLE CAUSE that meets the threshold of any arrest. This unlawful act is only practiced in a dictatorial government. These are just distractions from the main issue which is the illegal issuance of Dominican Diplomatic Passports to criminals.

    • KID ON THE BLOCK
      February 13, 2017

      @LaPlaine Observer, You sound like R… Grin! Old man why don’t you go and rest?

  32. Tj
    February 12, 2017

    Mr. Skeritt take a little advice from me. Be a leader and return to your roots, be transparent or else papa the hand writing is on the wall. Prepare for your departure as P.M.

    • %
      February 13, 2017

      I concur 100%.The fear factor that the people once had,has gone away.

  33. mine
    February 12, 2017

    Maybe the guys who were arrested talk. they would never arrest an innocent.

  34. Dominica
    February 12, 2017

    Skerri your day is coming, i keep hearing in my mind “one by one they must fall”!

  35. Patience people .....patience
    February 12, 2017

    Sadam thought he was something too….go ahead Skerrit…think you all that TATO TATO, as my mammy would say. Everything is for a time, Dominicans if we can’t get him by force in time he’ll dig his own hole.
    Sometimes the fight is long, sometimes the fight is hard but the fight will end.

  36. Morne Bruce
    February 12, 2017

    We need a transitional group of people to replace this criminal enterprise thats there in the DLP. It is inevitable that Skerrit has to leave office this year. The power of the people is greater than the people in power So the pressure will continue until Skerritt leaves office.
    Thompson is a true hero of mine and I was very happy by the response from the large crowd that gathered outside PHQ . Dominicans have to stand up for each other .

    • Be Good
      February 13, 2017

      who full you none of you all removing any gov/ment here

    • %
      February 13, 2017

      Good point!!

  37. take him down...David beat goaliath
    February 12, 2017

    See them fighting for power but they know not the hour…. I will see the day when Scareit and Astaphan stand up and pay for how they have dragged our good peaceful nation in the mud. When you see wrong doing and you fail to step up and correct it, you are just as guilty. Scareit is not a God….he is not God. At then end of the day when the maker calls all his puppets will have to answer, and guess what when you all turn around to seek his help, you’ll see him burning in the fire, DO WHAT IS RIGHT AND BRING DOMINICA BACK TO WHAT IT WAS….pares Bon died cest la terre.

  38. YungMusician
    February 12, 2017

    So all of a sudden these guys have become untouchables? Let the police do their work and stop blowing things out of proportion.. Allu you embarrassing the man. So are all these people willing to protest for the next 15 years? I hope they have the vision to realize that Skerrit still have a few more rounds to go. :lol: :-D :lol:

    • viewsexpressed
      February 13, 2017

      Sorry, You are out of proportion, thinking, knowledge……….please go read the States Bible, known as the Constitution. Let this guide you and Not the ignorance of Skerrit’s corrupt political theme and corrupt about Government.

  39. Doc. Love
    February 12, 2017

    All I will say to Skeritt is, “humpty dumpty sat on a wall, humpty dumpty had a great fall, all the king’s horses and all the king’s men could not put humpty dumpty back again. ” It is matter of time for this present day humpty dumpty. :lol:

  40. ISAIAH
    February 12, 2017

    This is true democracy at work, we have seen it all over the world. Stop the unnecessary outcry. This might actually help Dominica get some sorta recognition. I am an American but a Dominican first. Every country has their own struggles, lets all just pray that we will resolve the issue sooner than later. We all have skeletons in our closets, but what goes on in the dark SOMETIMES comes to light. DOMINICANS DO YOUR THING AND LET FREEDOM REIGN. ITS NOT THE DAYS OF PATRICK JOHN CMON

  41. KID ON THE BLOCK
    February 12, 2017

    Angelo just like noticing. Who cares about a bawl head rasta? Doesn’t he realize people don’t worry about him?

    • viewsexpressed
      February 13, 2017

      How do you know of Angela. well you must be tuned from the cellar or the roof of your house. It seems you know alot.
      Right now, I went to bed listening to Angelo and I am up early morning llistening to Angelo. Amen. Our Sates Bible, the Constitution is being rad, we are educated. You get educated to and stop you foolishness.

  42. Dominican
    February 12, 2017

    Thank God, common sense prevailed. The police too have families and relations living here. Roosevelt Skerrit can jump ship any time , because he can afford to do so but the police, overwhelmingly decent and reasonable people, don’t have that luxury.Skerrit would simply up stakes and leave the people that were loyal to him, in his wake.
    I am sure a lot of our police are reflecting on that.

    • no name
      February 13, 2017

      Like how he ship his family over via St Lucia. They in America now, think Skerritt stupid. He will disappear on them and leave them to suck the salt as the baroness say.

  43. $$$$$
    February 12, 2017

    Linton you would eventualy do even worst than Skerrit.so go to hell…

  44. KID ON THE BLOCK
    February 12, 2017

    But where is Lennox? When Sam was arrested he was so vocal by the Police Station. Now his buddy in some deep shit, where is he? Is he in hiding because he knows he is next?

    • viewsexpressed
      February 13, 2017

      There is something called being strategic. …….that is Linton and UWP. We are well lead.
      Also there is something called corruption, that is Skerrit and his clang of dangerous men and his corrupt labour Government.

      You just cannot have Skerrit in Linton, Fontaine etc. shoes.

    • Dominican
      February 13, 2017

      In hihding like the coward he is big mouth with a mike

  45. Academic
    February 12, 2017

    If Skerrit believes that he is sooooo loved by the Dominican people or that Tony and lawrence and their other cronies can keep him in office, Can an election now without the imported votes.
    I can see clearly now the rain is falling……
    Skerro watch out!!!!
    We taking back our country!

  46. %
    February 12, 2017

    All these arrests is because or the MONFARED nabbing BY THE Iranians…….Skerrit and other DLP sycophants just do not want people to mention the name MONFARED!
    MR SKERRIT WAS MONFARED YOUR VERY GOOD FRIEND. If Yes MR Skerrit,,,, why not say something about your good friend MONFARED..

  47. sighs
    February 12, 2017

    As if a whole lot of you commenting did not go to school! So what you all want to tell me…Dominicans can no longer speak because they’re afraid of getting jailed? All who rejoicing continue to do so…. “daddy Skerrit” will always be there to take care of you all.
    As for Carbon! He beat a tebeh

  48. DAinTA
    February 12, 2017

    What a state of affairs!!! Skerrit can’t do wrong in the eyes of some people. Politics causes people to lose the sense of logic. Skerrit enablers will keep drinking de Kool Aid no matter how much poison in it. But at some point it will kill you.

    • Nevisian Looking On
      February 12, 2017

      So whats your beef. Linton aint got no cool aide? You people are in for big trouble. A shame Dominica is looking like this. Used to be such a peaceful place.

  49. Island empress
    February 12, 2017

    They release him, but later will be greater.

    • Neg
      February 12, 2017

      Oh yes Island empress you are right, later will be greater when your god RS will be in the hands of international law.

  50. freedom fighter
    February 12, 2017

    We the Dominican people say enough is enough, we are calling for election reform and cleansing of voters list.

    • birdy
      February 12, 2017

      i agree no election should be called until constitutional change no more dynasties. 2 terms and them go into retirement or wherever you want to.

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 12, 2017

      Let me offer some information. Canada’s PM promised election reform during his campaign, be it different from D/ca. He will not be doing so. I give him credit and state he must have thought it over and discussed it with his Cabinet/Advisors and decided it is not feasible and is expensive. Some are angry with him, even staging protests. I reside here and I could not be bothered.
      Some people are idle and have nothing to do. They will pounce on every little thing to make a raucous. We all have a right to free speech but be careful what you state. Free speech can put people in trouble; in hot water. Matured adults should know that. I always say, people cannot go about blabbing their mouths on whatever they choose to say and think they are always correct.
      I view them as irresponsible, immature, disrespectful and demanding adults who still have to grow up and have much to learn. They must keep in mind they are not in authority; are not the boss; are not the PM.

      • %
        February 13, 2017

        Canada is not Dominica..This thing is long overdue in Dominica..There shall not be another election in Dominica without electoral reform.You notice that the people are no longer afraid of coming out?

      • Run
        February 13, 2017

        @truth be told; “go to hell, its not your dam business”. Do you happen to know who quote these words? your PM, not mines

      • Me
        February 13, 2017

        Lady go back to bed. You have lost it.

  51. Jaja
    February 12, 2017

    With the arrest of a prominent opposition figure only days after the Roseau Riot,
    I’d expect the Police to have a Press Conference to explain exactly why Dr Fontaine is detained.
    Otherwise speculations can easily lead to demonstrations . . and a bigger Roseau Riot.

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 12, 2017

      They will have to wait. You are one of the latter ones who comment. Did you not read what DNO posted?
      A bigger Roseau riot? Do you love your country or are you merely living in D/ca because you were born there as some do? One of those, eh?
      Some of you like excitement and action. You care not whom you harm. Those who riot will bear the consequences. Do not expect others to feel sorry for you disobedient people who love trouble.

      • no name
        February 13, 2017

        do you care whom skeritt harm?

  52. $$$$$
    February 12, 2017

    This is for all Dominicans. Red, blue, yellow, green, I don’t care. You people really believe that if your prime minister gave a damn about Dominicans or Dominica he would still be PM? Ask yourselves that question. Overstand and get it straight people, in other countries just an accusation of wrong doing asks for your resignation, however, down here in this God forsaken your prime minister (not mine cause I wasn’t foolish enough to vote that man) can be caught in his lies over and over and over again yet still he,s still in power. Remember this people and keep it in mind ‘POWER CORRUPTS AND ABSOLUTE POWER CURRUPTS ABSOLUTELY!’ That man has been in power for way too long so he has gotten comfortable and lazy, hence why it’s easier to just hand out money than making sustainable jobs for Dominicans. That’s not even the sad part. You enducated foils that supports this man should be ashamed of yourself cause that just proves that a man is more important that your country.. Smh…

    • Iamanidiot
      February 12, 2017

      Funny thing is , when you place facts like that on the table everybody want to jump down you throat and say “you hate skerrit”

    • Gary
      February 12, 2017

      The questions you are asking Dominicans quote “if your prime minister gave a damn about Dominicans or Dominica”. I will tell you if you forgot, the people of Dominica have already answered that question at polls 2 yrs ago. Why do you write such nonsense as though it’s a fact. Tell me a Country or Countries where the leader just resigns because of an accusation. Have you not heard the term, a person is innocent until proven guilty, and there is something called due process. Dominica is not governed by mob rule. You are entitled to your opinion, but it should be an informed
      opinion.

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 12, 2017

      Before you placed your fingers on the keyboard you should do some thinking and not repeat what you heard. Repetitiveness is becoming as a broken record.
      Ask yourself, did you see him do anything wrong? That is the question. This is why Linton was served with Court papers. You must have concrete proof prior to making innuendos. Too bad you too are not charged. You people will put DNO in trouble. Cease your attacks on the PM. You are bearing false witness. It is a mortal/grievous sin to do so.
      How would you like someone to say something against you, whether it is true or not? Will you be pleased? You are constantly on the PM’s back. Would you like it for yourself? Treat others as you would like to be treated – The Golden Rule. Whatever you say and do, it will return to you two-fold, one way or the other, as you deserve.

      • Eidolon
        February 12, 2017

        Oh put a sock in it!!

      • Run
        February 13, 2017

        Be quiet, you blind and fowled advocate of Roosevelt Skerrit, and corruption. your time for handouts is coming to an end.

      • 4progress
        February 13, 2017

        It will be repeated over and over again until it penetrates your thick skull and your PM is gone. The evidence of corruption is there for everyone to see. A pattern of lies is developing and covered up by blaming others.

  53. AA
    February 12, 2017

    Time will tell. That carnival that coming will be a special one!

    • Lady Gaga
      February 13, 2017

      Somehow I suspect there wont be a carnival this year. With the orchestrated moves going on right now to change the narrative that some find too damning I would be seriously surprised if carnival actually occurred.

  54. The ruth Be Told
    February 12, 2017

    Fontaine was arrested for speaking the truth and standing up for the good of Dominica?
    What good?
    Linton, what is wrong with Dominica? Whatever you think is wrong with it is all in your mind.
    DLP has its supporters and UWP has it supporters. Not all Dominicans agree with you and what you did. Therefore, do not deceive yourself.
    If you had succeeded to oust the Prime Minister, would you not be a dictatorship? You would have held all Dominicans captive.
    Linton, after Friday, I would think you would keep quiet.

    • %
      February 12, 2017

      You cesspit of garbage will not cut it…The peole SHALL continue to talk about Skerrits friend Monfared…The international community needs to be informed of the shut your mouth move by this evil government!!!WE SHALL CONTINUE TO TALK!

      • Me One
        February 12, 2017

        %, SINCE you a the #1 Henchman for Unify Worthless Parasites Just what are you doing trying to convince those who doesn’t share your ideology that you are working for the betterment of a nation you divided? Anyone who doesn’t agree with you, they immediately get your wraft.

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 12, 2017

        You condone wickedness. I do not. I will not join anyone of you, you UWP supporters for you encourage and condone evil works. You have a severe problem. It immensely bothers you when anyone speaks up for DLP, the PM. So you think you are correct and no one else is correct. .
        We too will continue to talk. You will have to put up with us and shut up.
        If the PM was evil, Linton and Fontaine would be in prison. We DLP supporters know who are the evil ones. They are those who create a disturbance in D/ca and want to destroy the country.
        Linton’s defiant attitude toward the police authorities and the later riots which destroyed business properties are good examples who the evil ones are. If I were you, I would keep quiet.
        You can be sure that after Tuesday night UWP lost some supporters. You can support Linton but many are saying he will never become PM of Dominica. He should stop bothering the PM and help the people of Marigot who voted for him.

    • My View
      February 12, 2017

      WICKED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

    • birdy
      February 12, 2017

      sacway modarah! what is wrong with dominica? mayjahstay….dont worry about my spelling

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 12, 2017

        I will not swear at you. My parents taught me respect for others and the difference of right from wrong.
        Something is wrong with the mind of Linton, Fontaine and all those who support Linton. You cannot see the good that has been done in Dominica.
        T.S. Erika came and almost destroyed all of Dominica and nationals. The PM has been doing all he can to help re-build Dominica and the displaced nationals.
        Countries that help Dominica are criticized. So what type of people are you?
        Dominica is not worst than some other countries. I heard on the News, after Katrina, some of the people of Louisana,, USA, still do not have homes.
        UWP and supporters criticize the PM at every turn and calling him inflammatory names. All of you deserve to be arrested and charged for tarnishing his name with Linton at the forefront.
        You uphold wrongdoing. The Party you support is not a blest one. Too many troublemakers with Linton as the Leader. In time you will be punished.

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 12, 2017

        I will not swear at you. My parents taught me respect for others and the difference of right from wrong.
        Something is wrong with the mind of Linton, Fontaine and all those who support Linton. You cannot see the good that has been done in Dominica.
        T.S. Erika came and almost destroyed all of Dominica and nationals. The PM has been doing all he can to help re-build Dominica and the displaced nationals.
        Countries that help Dominica are criticized. So what type of people are you?
        Dominica is not worst than some other countries. I heard on the News, after Katrina, some of the people of Louisiana,, USA, still do not have homes.
        UWP and supporters criticize the PM at every turn and calling him inflammatory names. All of you deserve to be arrested and charged for tarnishing his name with Linton at the forefront.
        You uphold wrongdoing. The Party you support is not a blest one. Too many troublemakers with Linton as the Leader. In time you will be punished.

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 12, 2017

        I will not swear at you. My parents taught me respect for others and the difference of right from wrong.
        Something is wrong with the mind of Linton, Fontaine and all those who support Linton. You cannot see the good that has been done in Dominica.
        T.S. Erika came and almost destroyed all of Dominica and nationals. The PM has been doing all he can to help re-build Dominica and the displaced nationals.
        Countries that help Dominica are criticized. So what type of people are you?
        Dominica is not worst than some other countries. I heard on the News, after Katrina, some of the people of Louisiana, USA, still do not have homes.
        UWP and supporters criticize the PM at every turn and calling him inflammatory names. All of you deserve to be arrested and charged for tarnishing his name with Linton at the forefront.
        You uphold wrongdoing. The Party you support is not a blest one. Too many troublemakers with Linton as the Leader. In time you will be punished.

    • February 12, 2017

      Go and park nuh. Choops. Empty barrel.

    • February 12, 2017

      Continue keep on blaming Linton until you blue in your face because his end is coming and when you open your eyes it will be too late . Every person regardless what party you belong too every one of you are feeling the presure today.
      Linton haven got to be afraid of PM and you and other supporters the truth is very difficult for you guys to handle but the truth is the truth like it or not. I happy Dr. Thomson Fontaine was released .

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 13, 2017

        Who should be afraid of whom? Some of you always put on your imagining cap rather than your thinking cap, if you have any. There is nothing to be afraid of as long as people live a law-abiding life and do not call others derogatory names. When you call the PM inflammatory names expect to be sued.
        What pressure? The issue is what Linton said and did; what Fontaine did (probably said) and what Dr. Sam Christian said.
        When the PM and Police authorities take steps, you are displeased. You go as far to call those who speak out, bad names.
        Linton does not have any truth. He will have to give an account of making innuendos about the PM. His mouth put him in trouble again. He has to defend himself and give reasons for scandalizing the PM’s name all over the world. There are no reasons for that.
        You lack adult maturity. People support whichever Party they like. You do not give them the prerogative to do so but expect it from them. You create enmity with them.

    • Wawadadly
      February 12, 2017

      One day i tell you one day

    • CARTREATS
      February 12, 2017

      why would Linton keep quiet ??

    • Neg
      February 12, 2017

      The ruth Be Told, don’t be a fool and show it out.

    • You will never see what is wrong!

      You made up your mind a long time ago that Skerrit is God gift to Dominica, everything does is okay with you; even if he hangs the one who gave birth to you in the center of the old Market; next to the old post office, on one of the blocks on which they used to display the slaves when they sold the black slaves to the white slaver buyers, and masters!

      These days people like you are bought by Skerrit with some floor, rice and a piece of red cloth to cover your nakedness! Happy are you when you pray to your god Skerrit, but remember people served Baal, until: 1 Kings 18:20. where we read. And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? If the Lord be God follow him: but if Baal, then follow him, and the people answered him not.

      I do not have to tell you what happened; you say you are a Christian find out, but he god Baal crumbled like dust in the wind! God Jehovah prevailed, and shall forever prevaile!

    • Eidolon
      February 12, 2017

      Oh please shut up The ruth be Told you idiot.

  55. just a shame
    February 12, 2017

    you people really know how to create bad press for this small country….it’s a shame really….like children begging for attention…..we will see the number of stay over visitors decrease because of unstability and bullshitery

    • Me
      February 12, 2017

      Blame Skerrit!

      • February 12, 2017

        Also blame Tony Astaphan, Carbon, the pastor John Jules, the one that stripe the young girl, beat her like she is his woman/ property the Joseph guy in DBS and the rest, tony is the mouthpiece for the labor party and skerrit, when tony say run, skerrit and carbon running with no question ask, Tony with all the powers you think you have, tell skerrit to come up to the USA, Skerrit days are numbered, one thing for such Tony will not be able to save his behind by lying to the USA, Tony only in Dominica you have strength, after the USA finish with skerrit you next, just a matter of time, your interest is not Dominica, it’s all about the money skerrit giving you, carbon what are you waiting for to take skerrit in for questioning regarding the airport fire for which skerrit said that he knew who did it, Carbon you need to clean your ears, with all the things being said by mills calling Q threatening people and he is not being discipline by you, Carbon skerrit insighting lots of violence

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 13, 2017

      I guess you figured who started it. Yet they blame others for it.

    • Lady Gaga
      February 13, 2017

      Are you forgetting rampant attacks against visitors all over the island which is giving Dominica international negative publicity ? The police would do better to use their force to ensure better security for citizens and visitors alike.

  56. Informant
    February 12, 2017

    I do not understand. If the police arrest someone, how do you blame Skerrit? If people gather outside the headquarters how will that help Dr. Thompson Fountain? They cannot arrest him without a cause, and whatever their reason, the public must be informed in time. That’s why he has lawyers to defend him. I support people standing for their right, but we must not encourage people to stand foolishly as has been happening lately. Mr. Linton and his party started this by disrespecting the laws of the lands and also inciting violence. Stop foolishly blaming Skerrit for everything when others are doing unjust and illegal things and nothing is being said.

    • birdy
      February 12, 2017

      get your head out the sand like an oustrich

    • Vanessa
      February 12, 2017

      Informant, u obviously not living in Dominica or u are ignorant, blinded, wicked, stupid , spelled or whatever. Authentic sources have informef us that this was a direct order from skerrit hself. And if u did basic social studies u would know that this cannot be in a democracy.

    • Shameless
      February 12, 2017

      For one to understand he MUST first have commonsense. Unfortunately you lack this basic requirement.

      Assertive and pissed! :twisted:

    • Runden
      February 12, 2017

      What illegal thins have people been doing that they don’t say? If you know, why don’t youuuuuuuuuuuuuuu say?

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 13, 2017

      I agree with you. They are idle people who have nothing to do. They were waiting to see if Fontaine would be arrested and charged and then they would commence behaving disorderly. These are the types of UWP followers, troublemakers and rioters. No one should disagree with me on that but the opposition will, as always.
      Note what occurred last week and who started it.

    • DesVidalilliams
      February 13, 2017

      You must be joking, really? I cannot comprehend why you guys continue to tolerate and make excuses for all the crap that’s going on in Dominica. Do you think by continuing to support that kind of behavior by the government is ok.. Not because you support a particular party doesn’t meant you blind to the truth. Its obvious that Only one man is running the show in DA. People the truth is the light of the world. Call a dog a dog, and the sooner we start placing Dominica ahead of any party affiliation the sooner we can get our beautiful DA back on track. My heart bleeds for DA

  57. Bushmaninda
    February 12, 2017

    What criminal act did Dr. Fountain commit.

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 12, 2017

      You will soon find out. Stay tuned on DNO, our favorite Dominica On-Line News. :lol:
      He would not have been taken into custody if he had not, at least, said something out of the ordinary.
      I have resided in a country for some years. On occasions, I have had reasons to telephone and also write my MPP and MP to voice my concerns on certain issues. No police came to my door to arrest me.
      If I see them in person I will still voice my concerns to them.
      People must be careful what they say and do. They cannot be wrong and expect to be right. They must bear the consequences of their actions, verbal or physical.
      They must also have respect for authority, whether it is the PM or the Police.

    • DION
      February 12, 2017

      incitement to cause vandalism

      • Lady Gaga
        February 13, 2017

        “Suspicion” of incitement…WTH !

    • mine
      February 12, 2017

      Gods knows the truth and those involved in setting the fire sooner or latter fire will burn them. The who were arrested I want them to put some hrd charges on them for them to learn a lesson, when people direct them to do do things tell them to what can’t you do it.

    • Expat
      February 12, 2017

      Where is my earlier comment in reply to this comment?

    • My 2 cents
      February 12, 2017

      If you even have to ask that it just shows how illiterate and foolish you really are

  58. February 12, 2017

    What kind of Cuban dictatorship regimen is this? So we as Dominicans are no longer free to speak without the police and government harassment? Yes Skerrit, we are afraid of you. We are scared but most of all we are angry.

    • DION
      February 12, 2017

      People must stop talking about freedom of speech and start tailking about responsible speech. That is why I think the broadcast Act must come into effect.

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 13, 2017

        Agreed.

      • Dominican
        February 13, 2017

        Dion, and who decides what is responsible speech? The Prime Minister? We already have laws in place to deal with slander and libel and they are adequate, after all Roosevelt Skerrit and Tony astaphan are using them as if theyn are confetti. The last thing you would want to do is to curb civil liberties like free speech and freedom of expression

  59. ?
    February 12, 2017

    His time is coming to an end

  60. Crying for Help
    February 12, 2017

    Most of the police are unwilling participants in all that but Carbon and Skerrit have them doing all the dirty work soon all will backfire

    • Polls Archive
      February 12, 2017

      It just takes a few brave police officers to come together and refuse to obey Carbon’s orders.
      But too much fear of victimization in this country. That’s why we even afraid to assert our civil rights.

      • Expat
        February 12, 2017

        Where is my comment?

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 13, 2017

        The nonsense that some people state. When they are fired for insubordination you will give them a salary.

    • The ruth Be Told
      February 12, 2017

      You are a D/can radical. a UWP supporter. People are judged by their words and actions.
      You are speaking for the police officers. This is a problem with some people as you, speaking for others. Your words may not be true and not for all police officers.
      What is their duty, if not to serve and protect? If they did not want “to serve and protect” then they should not join the D/ca Police Force. They took an oath to serve. Then they are traitors to their country if they do not want to assume their responsibility.
      You would say they only joined the Police Force for the pay cheque? This is not fair to them nor the citizens of Dominica. If they are not happy serving their country they should resign and allow new police officers of integrity the opportunity to be police officers.
      You should know very well that, as with all those who hold jobs, the police officers must obey their superiors. So what garbage have you stated about dirty work?

  61. RAS B
    February 12, 2017

    Mr Skerrit, take it from me, that was a wrong move and has just convinced me that your government is falling. Correct that error by intervening and ensure that Dr Fontaine is freed in short order and that he receives not a jot or tittle to his person or else this act of folly will hasten your demise. The Caribbean Governments and the international community are looking on. You will be surprised to see how quickly you loose support and be treated as a pariah unless you move now to correct this folly.

    • g in uk
      February 12, 2017

      Well said! Let’s not forget his ‘good friends’ as he put it..Fidel Castro N colonel Gaddafi..I shall watch in the meantime.

    • Justice
      February 12, 2017

      You do not threaten the leader of the country. You should be investigated for incitement. ..This is a threat. You should be made aware of the laws of the Commonwealth of Dominica by now. ..

      ‘Respect for law and order will bring us safe enjoyment’…

  62. Simon George
    February 12, 2017

    Rat Trap
    Dominicans have every reason to be proud of the police. Their arrest of Thompson Fountain is testimony that, in Dominica,
    no one is above the law. If Lennox Linton and the rest of the UWP are convinced that Prime Minister Skerrit is Judas, then they should do like Pilate did. Wash their hands but learn to respect the Democratic right of the Dominican people to elect freely the government of their choice.

    • Polls Archive
      February 12, 2017

      Sometimes even duly elected governments can be kicked out of office. That is what democracy is all about.

      If the people no longer hold any confidence in their leadership, they don’t have to wait until the next general elections. They can demand the government step down and snap elections can be called.

      This is in our Constitution. We have the right to choose who we want to govern our affairs.

      • Informant
        February 12, 2017

        And in a democracy the process of changing government is through the poles by voting. It does not happen by calling for one’s resignation because of an accusation. if that were the case Skerrit would have been gone a long time ago.Mr. Linton and his team need to start working to put things in place for next election, because the only way they could get into power is by winning at the polls.

      • Expat
        February 12, 2017

        @Polls Archive: You are right. If the people no longer have confidence in their leadership, they don’t have to wait until the next election. I must remind you that the majority of people in Dominica still have confidence in the leadership of the labour government.

      • My 2 cents
        February 12, 2017

        What are you talking about dummies? You all don’t even have 1% of the population. Don’t worry the boots to the ground you all monkeys keep calling for wait Lab purity bring there boots to the ground maybe then you all illiterate UWPcliwns will realize how much you all are really out numbered

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 13, 2017

        “If the people. . . .” Who are the people? Only UWP supporters. UWP did not win the election. It is in the minority. So who are the people, the rest you mean.
        Let me inform you. Not all Dominicans disagree with the PM. The people making the (most) noise are UWP, Linton. He caused his supporters to be against the PM.

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 12, 2017

      They say they are doing what is good for Dominica. I will say to them, “Give me/Dominicans a break! Who asked them?”
      Dominica is as peaceful as it possibly could. Now look at what they did. They have created an atmosphere in Dominica which lacks peace. God knows what will happen next.

  63. Locs Girl
    February 12, 2017

    But, my island have a lot of action lately man?!

    • The ruth Be Told
      February 12, 2017

      It was quiet. Some people have stirred up trouble.
      This is to keep you awake and alert.
      Pray for Dominica and other nationals.

      • February 12, 2017

        Going over your comments shows that you have two tongue and that’s very bad, Don’t pretend you care about praying for Dominica and Dominicans and still believe the people are wrong about how the country is being directed.

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 13, 2017

        @ Injustice
        This is the problem with people as you, negative as always You make innuendos about those whom you do not know. Little do you know.
        Your words depict that you do not make a good friend, a good neighbor or a good co-worker. I will leave it at that.
        God knows better than you.

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 13, 2017

      That’s where its at. If you’re looking for some excitement before Carnival, Dominica is the place to be at this time. :lol: :lol: :lol:
      You can watch some people of the opposition make fools of themselves.

  64. Doc. Love
    February 12, 2017

    DNO must now tell me why did they remove my post last week, when I posted that their was a rumor that Linton, Fontaine, Joshua and Edison was going to be arrested. Maybe, I should have posted that they were going to be held in custody.

  65. Dominican Passports
    February 12, 2017

    They even blocking off road too? These scenes are not normal in D/ca :-| :!:

    • The ruth Be Told
      February 12, 2017

      Tell that to the troublemakers in Dominica. They caused it.

      • Chubble
        February 12, 2017

        The road was blocked even before the crowds started to increase. ? and there was no trouble so you have no right to call the people in support of Dr Fontaine, troublemakers.

      • out of south city
        February 12, 2017

        You need to get out of here and get a life.

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 13, 2017

        @ Chubble

        You should think. You forgot what occurred last Tuesday? The Police was not taking a chance. News spread and supporters would soon be congregating in front of the Police Station. The Police had one on them; was ahead of them. This is the reason why they blocked the road in advance, from troublemakers.

  66. DA2DEBONE
    February 12, 2017

    What is really going on in my country? Are we getting like the other countries who dictate what, when, where to its citizens?

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 12, 2017

      I have to state to you, do not be silly. You know very well what occurred on Friday, February 7th. Do not ask questions. Offer an opinion, hopefully a helpful one.
      If you do not know the difference of freedom of speech, disobeying/violating the law, making threats and trying to oust the government, you better return to kindergarten school. Start your schooling again from scratch and hope you have good teachers as tutors so that you can learn something educational to adulthood.

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 13, 2017

        “Tuesday”

  67. February 12, 2017

    :-? Why arrest him? Was that necessary?

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 12, 2017

      Are you nuts? Only insane people would ask that question.

    • Expat
      February 12, 2017

      Maybe he did something wrong. It is quite possible that the police have info that we do not know of. I suspect somebody is spilling the beans.

  68. Elephan
    February 12, 2017

    Skerrit acting like a little child again LOL TIME IS UP FOR YOU SIR!!!

    • Labour Power!
      February 12, 2017

      When? Where? Skerrit will be there for the next 10years!

      • Me
        February 13, 2017

        In that case it will be a very short decennial !!

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 12, 2017

      What would I say about you? You are acting as a baby who needs milk; not solid food.

  69. Tarzan
    February 12, 2017

    Let his ,…….rot in jail.

    • Bushmaninda
      February 12, 2017

      why, what did he do.

    • %
      February 12, 2017

      Dr Fontaine is out already,and we SHALL continue to talk about MONFARED!!! I want to hear what Skerrit has to say about his friend Monfared.After all, MONFARED was his friend!!Why is he afraid of MONFAREDS name now!!!Can you tell us?

  70. February 12, 2017

    are they [govt.] playing with fire ? time sooner or later will tell.

  71. Worried Dominican
    February 12, 2017

    God.. If another damn riot starts up over this bull again, I’m done with Dominica. Its not about the welfare of Dominica anymore, its more about power hungry idiots in govermnet that don’t really care about us but just strive to be in charge.

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 12, 2017

      Power hungry idiots in government? Does anyone expect you to utilize your common sense if you have any?
      What do you think Linton and his gang tried to do on Friday?
      What do you call Linton? Is he not power-hungry? Only a power-hungry person would keep doing what he is doing/saying which led to Friday afternoon/evening.

      • Worried Dominican
        February 13, 2017

        I was talking about both sides since KT seems that neither side is doing any good at this point. We might as well appoint pappy as PM.

    • don coleon
      February 12, 2017

      And the power hungry idiots who are trying to get into government.
      All those politicians are just the same, be it linton or skerrits party. U think if uwp comes into piwer they gonna do things different?. Maybe in the begining but the will still behave like typical politicians. Scampish lairs who will only look out fr there friends.

  72. Marcus Hill
    February 12, 2017

    Things will deteriorate very quickly!! I just don’t see how there can be Carnival in this environment.

    Once you start taking in opposition politicians into police custody, then we are officially in a police state.

    • birdy
      February 12, 2017

      carnival should be held in the stadium…no street jump up to much uncertainty

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 12, 2017

        I agree with you on this one. Some radical revelers who may also be drunk will take advantage of this opportunity and do more harm in Roseau.
        The government should concern it.

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 12, 2017

        Do you think some people care especially the law-abiding ones, some who are also neutral on political issues? They will want their carnival celebrations.

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 12, 2017

        The government should be concerned about it.

      • ATKINSON
        February 13, 2017

        Or at the chinese (PRC) embassy, it large enough to hold thousand of people :mrgreen:

    • Labour Power!
      February 12, 2017

      Blame Linton he started it. But Carnival must go on and can’t be stopped becuz of those fools… Carnival stakeholders have invested alot in this!

      • Tjebe fort
        February 13, 2017

        Well go ahead bro. but you will not see me in town. You think I’m stupid and put myself at risk? Have fun, Skerrit paying.

  73. TITIWI UNDER BLU BUS AGAIN
    February 12, 2017

    No man is above the law.
    The 32 boys said stuff.
    Forensics know what they know.
    Things coming out.
    Tue 7 wasnt a simple evil.
    Innocent people shouldnt panic.
    If your child do wrong against the law
    and the cops arrested him
    you think dem blues would worry
    Look at how they turn their backs
    on Sikiwee on tuesday.

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 12, 2017

      UWP supporters will always blame the government and the police. This is why I call them bias. They do not see their wrong. They condone and encourage it. They hate as much as Linton. What is more, they are blind and deaf or pretend to be. They do not see that this situation affects all Dominicans and they are not exempt.

    • Expat
      February 12, 2017

      @ TITIWI UNDER BLU BUS AGAIB: Great analysis .

  74. February 12, 2017

    The people shall rise, wake up Dominica only the people on top are getting the passport money, and the poor get the crumbs, galvanize, cement, and bricks, when are you guys gonna wake up and demand justice for all, , so if you speak you will be arrested? seriously?.

  75. For 30 pieces of silver
    February 12, 2017

    I have watched Dominicans accept money from a man who has played his way into the lives of Dominicans, and now has come home to ruse. This government has made Dominica become the laughing stock of the Caribbean. Dominica is last in pretty much everything and yet first in bragging about how well we are doing. I recalled a man who offered assistance to another Caribbean country who actually did better than Dominica. I ask myself why would I be last in my class, but would brag about having rich parents who can buy them anything. Now, am asking myself who have we become as Dominicans.

  76. Neg
    February 12, 2017

    Be courageous Thomson, you are not the first nor the last to be taken into custody, it is common sense that The taller the tree the harder it’s fall will be and the best is yet to come.

  77. February 12, 2017

    What kind of Cuban dictatorship is that? So now people have no freedom to voice their thoughts? Skerrit thinks he is a king? Talk about power going to somebody head.

  78. NUWP
    February 12, 2017

    Lennox for the god of which Dominica? The one you all try to burn dwn on Tuesday? W can u love dominica and u want to burn it down? How can I love Dominica and u distrying name through ur hate for PM? Man I better shot up. U won’t fool anyone but ur click. We know u and ur kind dat is y we reject u and will love to do so again. To much cases against a leader of a opposition. Never heard of this before in the word dat a pm in waiting in so much drama and twaka. U already pay thousand in court and u have more to come from the prevy council. An bubbles case Coming mini steers own coming skirrit own coming and now riot case coming. Dat is who some minority want to replace or Dr. Not here nah. PARLA LENNOX. Never. Blows on all u like old clothes. Dominicans don’t want u. U a danger to Dominicas politics u and Thompson. He obstructed dr police on its duty Cus riots ect…

    • JOSH SHAW
      February 12, 2017

      Please go back to school so that you can be taught to spell. My gosh! You must be one of those that depend on skerrit handouts to survive. We the UWP supporters want to and love to work legally for our daily bread. Stop singing for your breakfast, snack, lunch, school books, school fee, transportation and the works. Go work legally for your living! Stop sell passport! Stop depend on passport money!

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 12, 2017

        So what you stated, the government must not help those who are in need? It is low, ignorant and wicked to make this comment. Furthermore you direct your words at one whom you do not know.
        Other countries do likewise. They have a passport program. Ask those governments how they administer theirs.
        All troublemakers must pay for their actions. You UWP supporters will never comprehend. This is why you are called the opposition.

    • Rise
      February 12, 2017

      Well….. NUWP I don’t know who you are but the way you speak it’s like you’re very very very ignorant. Maybe in school you were under your desk when they were teaching about the kinds of leaderships. But let me tell you something, it is time for Dominica to move forward. Never have you every heard about such happenings before is because we in Dominica have never had such corruption in the country and when questions are put towards a government they can’t answer honestly. I think Dominicans are waiting for a big surprise because that’s how we learn… the hard way. Why can’t we look at the state of the country and think of it as being more developed as it is today? Why Dominicans? Why? We need change in the country….. I just feel sorry for my people cuz we were not this way before. This is a democratic country and there must be opposition!!! This personal thing that you all have with SKerrit.. I see big old women in love with their PM LIke skerrit would look at them…

    • CARTREATS
      February 12, 2017

      NUWP : keep medicating yourself

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 12, 2017

      I like that. Well stated in your own style. I understood and laughed. :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

  79. BLIND, DEAF & DOOM
    February 12, 2017

    The arrest of Mr., Fontaine is no surprise to me when I think of recent information that’s hitting the American airways this weekend. I just want opposition to understand what’s going on and understand that the corrupt regime will do everything to get DA in a state of unrest so America will not react. Think of thiis a statement made by Kenneth Rijock late Saturday evening:
    “Will (Dominica) its failure to extradite Roosevelt Skerrit to New York, for conspiring to evade international and American sanctions on Iran, and money laundering, have the same effect ?”
    Based on the above quote, I get the opinion that Mr. Rijock is implying that he knows a request has been made to Dominica. Just wondering ok.

    Read entiter article here: http://rijock.blogspot.com/2017/02/is-alireza-monfared-dominicas-allen.html

    • g in uk
      February 12, 2017

      Thanks for the link..Good info here!

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 12, 2017

      Some of you believe everything you read/hear. You are so gullible. You never question it and let it go in one ear and out the other.
      That Rijock man is a fake and a liar. Is he not a friend of Linton? It is to be expected he will make those comments in order to incriminate the PM.
      Keep in mind the Wikileaks man and another one had to go into hiding so as not to be arrested. This may happen to this Rijock.
      I heard, twice on Saturday, on a Toronto Radio Station about “fake news” and that something should be done about it, to prevent the Media from spreading fake news without taking away their freedom of speech.
      I looked on that Website for the article but did not find it It must have been stated by another Media outlet,. I will keep my eyes open for it.
      People make a living spreading propaganda and tarnishing the good name of others. Therefore, you, be careful what you spread. One day they will pay for their wicked words and ways. God is patient.

      • Lady Gaga
        February 13, 2017

        Which is why I am curious as to why he has not been sued…and not the fairytale reasons given by tony to appease the blind.

    • Gary
      February 12, 2017

      Dominica is under siege by propagandist aimed to destabilize the Country. Off all the major news out lets in the US why is it only Mr. Rijock, the owner of blog reporting such thing. Why is it Mr Rijock not even a Dominican is so focused and concerned about Dominica affairs. A commentary on DNO written by G.A. Dwyer Astaphan on which he made a remarkable observation, quote “The truth is that there are several defects in Mr Rijock’s complaint against the Dominican Prime Minister. Defects of logic and reason”

      The recent arrest of Thompson Fountain was reported on Mr Rijock blog before DNO,there is a poster and a picture of Thompson Fontain accompanying the news story.There must have to be someone in Dominica or in the Diaspora supplying Mr Rijock with such info. and such persons are the beneficiaries of this aimed destabilization of Dominica.

  80. San Antonio Tx
    February 12, 2017

    We are going to call on the US State Dept to Place a Travel Advisory on the Commonwealth of Dominica..

    This foolishness in Dominica needs to stopped…

    We are not going to let Dominica become a Dictator Flourish!!

    • Parlez Francais?
      February 12, 2017

      Travel Advisory based on what? The major tornado that touched down in San Antonio? I mean I am flabbergasted by the comments on here, some of you deserve oscars… so dramatic!

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 13, 2017

      Hold it squealer! :lol: You are overworking your mind, brains and heart. Why waste your time? The government knows how many people reside in Dominica and they are not all the same. Dominican is not a Muslim country.

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 13, 2017

        “Dominica”

    • Be Good
      February 13, 2017

      get a life! why you did not come and help them

  81. Shameless
    February 12, 2017

    Time for Dcans to to show Skerrit that this country belongs to us and our fundamental rights as guaranteed by the constitution that HE does not respect. Enough is enough and we cannot allow this dictatorship under Tony and Skerrit to continue in this blessed land. :twisted:

    Assertive and ready to save Ma Dominique!! :twisted: :twisted:

    • Expat
      February 12, 2017

      @ Shameless: Which Dominicans are you referring to? Don’t you people realise that the majority of the populace are not following your actions? Law and order has to prevail in Dominica. Just because freedom of speech is guaranteed under the constitution does not mean that certain individuals can say what they want

    • The Truth Be Told - Original
      February 13, 2017

      It is also the PM’s country. He takes an interest in his country, even though people as you do not appreciate it.
      You let your imagination run wild with you. It is you, UWP who have no respect for the PM. It shocks me that you lack respect as if you were not disciplined whatsoever. :twisted: :mrgreen: :twisted: :mrgreen: :twisted: :mrgreen:

  82. My 2 Cents
    February 12, 2017

    It’s about time. They need to pick up the rest of the gang to. How many laws are these guys going to break before they are made to pay. It is unfair to the rest of the law abiding citizens that we have to follow the laws of this country and Lennox and his gang of lazy failures thing there is no law for them. The sad part is how Lennox and his king pings always twist the story and make it sound like he is arrested for talking the truth. And sad also that it have people stupid enough and illiterate enough to believe them.

    • DAinTA
      February 12, 2017

      My w Cents you’re so concerned about the laws Lennox and his Gang broke. Tell me, how many did Skerrit break??? I’m going to guess you will say none!! So who is stupid to believe Skerrit and those like you????

      • ??????.....
        February 12, 2017

        Stop speaking what other people saying. You need to prove what law did the PM break? Quote the number etc. I need facts not mouth talking. Not repeating what other people say. I am not happy that some folks wants to tell people what to say.

    • birdy
      February 12, 2017

      well explain to those of us that are loyal to dominica nad not to a political party why he was arrested for ?The floor is yours ……… i shall wait!

      • Chubble
        February 12, 2017

        Birds scroll back up and go and read what was said….please because you don’t make any sense right now

      • My 2 cents
        February 12, 2017

        The fact that u even ask that show you are just another one of the many stupid illiterate fools if UWP. So I won’t even waste my time entertaining a senseless conversation with you

  83. February 12, 2017

    Yawn

  84. Tjebe fort
    February 12, 2017

    Tjebe fort my brother, tjebe fort. The SS unit come for you? Are you a dangerous, armed terrorist? What an unfortunate name, just like Hitler in the second world war. Skerrit will reap a whirlwind.

    • Shameless
      February 12, 2017

      I have to see the very same SSU escorting Skerrit to the airport for pickup on the request of America. His time is up and he realizes his limp effort at transferring blame on the protesters for last week’s incident backfired…..BIG-League ala D.J Trump. Carbon will soon be out of office for official suppression and violating the fundamental rights of Dominicans. Remember Fred Newton, and Malcolm Reid? PJ gave illegal orders and they complied. PJ went to jail, Malcolm Reid went to jail and Fred Newton was hung at the Stocky prison.

      Mr. Carbon let history be a lesson to you and say NO to Skerrit’s madness before its too late. :twisted: :twisted:

      Always assertive and ready to fight for love of country! :twisted: :twisted:

      • Tjebe fort
        February 12, 2017

        I remember that bro. , vividly, and now that instigator of that overthrow is sitting on a soft cushion in that massive white house with the connivasnce of Roosevelt Skerrit? He has to go too . Miss Charles was right, Charles Savarin can not be trusted. You see mister walking awkwardly, it is because his feet to big for his shoes and he top heavy because his head too big.

      • Expat
        February 12, 2017

        @ Shameless: Which Dominicans are you referring to? Don’t you people realise that the majority of the populace are not following your actions? Law and order has to prevail in Dominica. Just because freedom of speech is guaranteed under the constitution does not mean that certain individuals can say what they want.

      • Expat
        February 12, 2017

        @Shameless: You said that the transferring of blame on the protesters back fired. Are you kidding me or yourself? The actions of the protesters have caused the leadership of the UWP to be in damage control and also on the defensive. Did you listen to the audio recording of Linton on February 7 2017? Did you hear him ask for dialogue with the government and police? Linton was busted wide open and he knows that his actions and that of his cohorts have caused irreparable damage to the image of the UWP.

      • The Truth Be Told - Original
        February 13, 2017

        I do not think you D/cans who are the opposition have any sense whatsoever. If you are referring to the Iranian man why would the US government bother at all? Of course it is not ascertained if your accusations are correct.
        What has the US government have to do with Iran of all places. What does it have in common with a non-democratic country?
        Iran is a Muslim country to begin with. It is a dictatorship one. This government will waste no time to execute people. The US government would be foolish to get involved and for what.
        You are a people who hate. You wish people harm but the harm will fall on you. Wait and see.
        Stop the rest of your nonsense. Mr. Carbon is the Police Chief. He has a duty to perform. What else do you expect of him?
        Some of you need a good beating on the head to bring you to your senses, if that will work.

    • Ras Ju
      February 12, 2017

      A Unit formed in the very early 80’s after the disbandment of the Dominica Defence Force.

      • Tjebe fort
        February 12, 2017

        Thanks Ras but in s small country like ours we don’t need this. only 72,000 people and we want our own army. man that is dangerous because any leader will be tempted to use that as his personal life guard. One police force is good enough for us. What are these guys doing up there at Morne Bruce all day, waiting for trouble?
        Abolish that unit and safe money.

  85. smh!
    February 12, 2017

    sad :cry:

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