Lugay says police report made on alleged assault

Lugay said a formal report has been made on the incident

Member of Parliament for Roseau North, Daniel Lugay, said he has made a formal report to the police about being allegedly attacked and assaulted by Health Minister Dr. Kenneth Darroux in May.

He said the alleged incident took place after he questioned Darroux about having a “loaded firearm in the chambers of the Parliament.”

“I have reported to the police the assault of Darroux on me two weeks ago and nothing has so far been done,” he said at a United Workers Party (UWP) public meeting recently.

Lugay claimed that the alleged firearm, from their own investigations, was “illegal”.

“As a responsible member of the House, I questioned the member what are you doing with a loaded firearm,” he said.

The matter was brought to the attention of the opposition during the sitting of Parliament on Tuesday, May 23.

“I was physically assaulted by Member of Parliament for the Petite Savanne (constituency) and Health Minister Dr. Kenneth Darroux,” Lugay claimed.

” There must be responsibility in this matter; this is beyond party politics, this is for the safety of all of us,” he added

Lugay said the incident speaks to the management of Parliament.

“This speaks to the leadership of the House and the integrity of our leadership. This matter must be dealt with even at this late hour,” he stated. “I did my part in speaking with wisdom to member Darroux who reacted violently and physically assaulted me…ripping off my sleeve buttons… with so many resources in the parliament: trained lawyers etc, at this late hour, something decisive must be done.”

He continued; “If I, Danny Lugay, ever have to carry a gun to Parliament to make me feel safe, or to maintain power, I say to you tonight, politics is not worth it. I would resign forthwith if it feels so unsafe to be involved in politics. So to those who depend on a barrel of a gun to maintain power and to feel a level of safety, I am convinced they don’t sleep at nights.”

He said several laws were broken but were swept under the rug.

“So Alix Boyd-Knights (the Speaker) says she does not know how to deal with this. Several laws were broken by Labour Party lawmakers and effectively Alix Boyd-Knights is sweeping them under the parliamentary rug. We are back to the laws of the jungle. Right now it’s the fastest gunman who survives in parliament,” Lugay remarked.

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54 Comments

  1. Iamanidiot
    June 17, 2017

    Hmmm, if it was Lennox that had gun in paliment……… I not even going to say it you can figure it out what would happen.

  2. getto yout
    June 16, 2017

    police doh do nothing, but when man in de getto do all u coming fast. remember danny is our boy.

  3. UDOHREADYET
    June 16, 2017

    Pot calling the kettle black!
    Things not allowed in Parliament:
    -Rum
    -Ice cream
    -Rum and raisin ice cream
    -bowl of titiwi
    -cricket bat
    -short pants-
    -hats
    -dogs
    -goats
    -hypocrites
    -your mistress
    -your manstress
    -gun mouth pants
    -bell bottom pants
    -bananas cooked, fried, roasted or raw!

    • Anomymous
      June 19, 2017

      Man, you forget Carlise’ umbrella? Speaker said that was an offence weapon but handgun is not?. Dominica is a crazy place where noting making sense anymore.

  4. Mr.Prolific
    June 16, 2017

    The Minister has no bodyguard, so he is entitled to carry a Pistol for his own protection. This was not in a holster by his side, it was privately kept away in his briefcase. What business you had to peep inside the man’s private property? Of course he had to push you away. You were looking for something else and saw the pistol and frightened. This is a case for Mr. Fix it, the PM. Talk about level of ignorance.

  5. Puppet
    June 16, 2017

    If the firearm bearer did not have a firearms license, that in itself is an offense.

  6. Memory
    June 16, 2017

    This is about a Parlimentarian, bringing a GUN into the Parliament chambers and exposing it for others to see.
    Do you think that is right? Come on people, this place did not only have parliamentarians, there were members
    of the public in the gallery. You guys are getting on like it is ok, to bring fire arms into Parliament. No it is not, and this’s
    must be addressed by the Law protectors of the land, the POLICE. Nobody wants to get hurt in the Parliament Chambers
    especially when there is no riot. GUNS IN PARLIAMENT CHAMBERS IS A NO, NO.

  7. Ben
    June 16, 2017

    I have known Danny Lugay for a very longtime. Is It not interesting reading his article. Lugay claims a loaded gun.
    1. If there was a gun how did he know it was loaded?
    2. He had his buttons on his shirts sleeve ripped. So he had a scuffle with a man with a loaded gun?
    3. i am sure when I looked at the Parliament he was wearing a suit. So how did his buttons get ripped?
    4. He has proof that the man does not have a licence to carry a firearm.
    5. This statement is coming from the same man who was alleged to have man a statement as to what he would do to some people at a rally sometime ago.

    If all the above is correct I would say that this would be a total waste of Police time

    • concern citizen
      June 17, 2017

      Stop bragging foolishness, UR. statement is stupid and does not merit attention
      U all LABOURITES are BLOOD THIRSTY AND TRIGA HAPPY so U carry GUNS to PARLEMENT

  8. Outsider
    June 15, 2017

    Stop wining Lugay. You are the one that started to talk about taking people out. Now you are stering down the barel you are complaining. Shut the hell up and take it like a man.

    • Freelance
      June 18, 2017

      Outsider do you have inside information by your comment you seem to be implying that Dr. Darroux was there to take out Danny. Careful now police are known to pick up people at 430a.m. in the morning for questioning remember the recent infamous famous coup! Lol

  9. mine
    June 15, 2017

    Lugay forgot what he said, thatif he was’nt a christian he would take people out. These words should be repeat ed for people to hear replay the tapes.

    • Freelance
      June 18, 2017

      So are you implying that Darroux was there to take out Danny. So how idiotic you are!

  10. %
    June 15, 2017

    This is a correct move,but the police force itself is largely a failed institution operating upon the orders of some acolytes of the DLP..I believe those men should be exposed regionally and internationally,for their roguishness.Remember Skerrit told his idiots to harrass opposition members.Call them TRAITOR!What did the police do?Skerrit again told the world he knew who set fire to the telecommunication tower at Melvillehall.What did the police do? Remember Skerrits confidential IPO information?Who leaked ti out?What did he police o?So this is a lawless failed country,but it shall one day end,and rogues will have questions to answer,and not just in Dominica,but internationally too.!!
    SKERRIT MUST GO!
    SKERRIT MUST GO!
    SKERRIT MUST GO NOW!

    • KID ON THE BLOCK
      June 15, 2017

      You are sick and need help!

      • Me
        June 17, 2017

        Would you recommend an unhinged Dr. and fellow-parliamentarian perhaps?

    • June 15, 2017

      Zor toe sort

  11. Massacre
    June 15, 2017

    I am looking to see justice be done by the Police in this one. A standard has to set for everyone , and I employ the Commissioner of Police if he want to regain respect from the Dominican populace he must act and do not play politics with this.

    • Ben
      June 16, 2017

      How stupid are you people how do you bring justice to hearsay

    • Man bites Dogs
      June 17, 2017

      @: massacre, Can you please explain to us why do you think justice should be done? I will tell you straight to the point you are an idiot and two face just like the rest of the Workers minority party and supporters haters, I did not hear from you when your friends started shooting at the policemen and at the house of assembly did i ?please do yourself a favour go take a jump at the highest mountain you can find.

  12. KiD ON THE BLOCK
    June 15, 2017

    If I was not a Christian, I would wipe out…. Lugay you seem to be forgetting easily

    • UK Dominican
      June 16, 2017

      You unrepentant idiot. Mr. Lugay did not carry a firearm, did not threaten anyone physically, was charged nonetheless and apologized in public for what he said. Are there two laws in this land, depending on what side of the House you sit? It appears from your comments that today one is guilty of all sorts of crimes just for daring to oppose Mr. Skerrit’s regime.

  13. analy thomas
    June 15, 2017

    I see frustration and anger on both sides. I think Dominica needs some good, genuine christian men and women to lead us through. Men and women who will stand up for the cause of spirituality, love, justice, unity…. whose yes will be yes and no will be no.
    Who will respect other’s God given free will, yet, strive for the best for everyone!
    A God given leader will always have a conscience at some point. I think we need to take Our Island seriously since it will play an integral role in the future. Whether it is for water, prime location, regional catalyst in spirituality or any other but we must be mindful that we are a nation.
    Whether you believe it or not, Satan’s plan is to oppress, depress, steal, kill and destroy so that he can have the last laugh! Live according to your destiny people with freedom in Christ Jesus and the only way you will know the truth is by seeking the truth in Christ Jesus!
    You decide your destiny and invite whoever your God is but be…

    • June 15, 2017

      It’s amazing how some of us use the name of God and that they a Christians but knowing and doing the correct things doesn’t move them at all, but God will deal with them just wait and see. He said vengeance is mind and I hope everyone understand when he strikes .

  14. zandoli
    June 15, 2017

    Danny, I don’t know if the allegations are true, but one thing I gleamed from the manner in which you stated the events: you are very dramatic. I think you should sign up for the WWE.

    • PLAIN TRUTH
      June 15, 2017

      You are really a Zandoli. Call it for what it is. The health minister had a gun in house of assembly. Zandoli both of your ears and eyes are on the same side of your face.

    • DA girl
      June 16, 2017

      Well Danny see there’s a chance he could get to hit back so he excited lol. He need to state his case as dramatic as possible to get the desired effect from the public.

  15. Doc. Love
    June 15, 2017

    There would only be a response, had it been Mr. Lennox Linton who was the one carrying a gun in the parliament.

  16. KaliBud
    June 15, 2017

    Hey hey hey. Let’s stop all de party politics and deal with the matter at hand. Someone brought a gun (loaded or not, fake or real) into the parliament chambers. It doesn’t matter who or why. That person.should be suspended immediately and prosecuted as per applicable laws. This is a gov’t office. I stand with UWP on that one

    • Me
      June 17, 2017

      Amen! This is not about politics. When you are killed by a gun the bullet is neither red nor blue but you are dead all the same. Dr. Darroux should have been banned from the House. The Speaker did not do her job.

  17. June 15, 2017

    Was it not unsafe when you stated that people in Dominica deserved to die? Such a hypocrite!

    • Knowledgeable.
      June 15, 2017

      Hmmmmmmmm

    • Zor SoT
      June 15, 2017

      You are comparing words spoken to having an armed gun involved in a heated disagreement. You are a fool!

    • %
      June 15, 2017

      And he was dragged to court!The good people of Dominica should not let this one be swept under the carpet!

  18. June 15, 2017

    If I was a member of the house, I would arm myself from the likes of you too. Was about three years ago when you wanted to “take out some people in Dominica.” Remember your words boy Danny.

    • Long Lost Dominica
      June 15, 2017

      Actions speak louder than words so your point?

    • concern citizen
      June 17, 2017

      That’s why D/ca STOCK IN REVERSE GAR when people like U exist on this beautiful piece of LAND of ours when U listen to UR. leader saying no LAW no CONSTITUTION can stop him from doing what ever he wants, so the man follow on him and carry HIS GUN to PARLEMENT

  19. June 15, 2017

    How did Lugay know said firearm was loaded? Did Lugay himself hold said weapon, because he knows the difference between loaded and unloaded firearms?

    • ok boy
      June 15, 2017

      ok people is it lawful to have a gun in the parliament loaded or otherwise
      if yes shouldn’t this been dealt with regardless of who the person is ,just forget party and think logic

    • oh yes!
      June 15, 2017

      your ignorance amazes me – but we understand – when your heart is wicked

    • Long Lost Dominica
      June 15, 2017

      you asking de wrong question, in other word why would someone have a fire arm/unloaded fire arm in parliament?

    • June 15, 2017

      Stop the nonsense no one carrys around an empty gun.. Dominicans you have become a laughing stock in the region and it’s lack of education, it’s very strange how people think .

    • Dante Jones
      June 16, 2017

      So he did have the firearm? So what we have open carry laws in Dominica now? smh

  20. Nan
    June 15, 2017

    This is a very serious offence, which could have turned very ugly. Politics/political parties should not be in question here.

    The situation, and individuals involved, should be dealt with the same way an ordinary member of the public would be dealt with should they have committed a similar crime.

    Stop setting divisions and send out a positive message to the people of Dominica.

  21. Shaka Zulu
    June 15, 2017

    I say fix up a boxing ring in Windsor Park and slug it out. I think Lennox would whoop skerrit. Reggie would be fighting with himself, Ian Douglas vs Cabral even if he not in Government he seems like the independent Portsmouth opposition. The lady from St. Joe would whoop kelvar. He would be running to hide behind skerrit but would be useless since Lennox knocked him out in the second round. I would put spaggs and ma Charles up, but that would be more like a slap fest and Charles would win. I talking about grandbay Charles. Young Charles would be the one all in red advertising the rounds. You guys can match the rest. Just make sure the speaker not referring.

    • Reader
      June 15, 2017

      Best response here

    • Looking in
      June 15, 2017

      If the speaker was the ref, she would still give skerro win even though he got knocked out and she counted to 30.

  22. Tj
    June 15, 2017

    This unfortunate, but not surprising.. I guess the Speke will attempt to find some justification for Dr” Darroux’s behavior. I for one has lost my respect from r him. An apology for the DA people will be in order.

    • %
      June 15, 2017

      Does the police do any background check before issuing one with a fire arm?If this is confirmed,why cant this man face the consequencies? IS THIS A COUNTRY?

  23. Jayson
    June 15, 2017

    It would be nice if we could get the views of other parliamentarians (on either side) on this matter.

    • June 15, 2017

      DLP Parliamentarians cannot speak out without their Boss say so, so we will never see that happening.

    • Dominican
      June 16, 2017

      Jason, what view? The man. an M.P. no less, should not walk into the House of Parliament wit a gun concealed on him. What is there to debate on that? Are you trying to find a justification for that? Wrong is wrong and the Speaker should have dismissed him from the House forthwith.

      • Rara
        June 16, 2017

        like duuh! commonsense that wi..nothing political waw.. I just can’t believe what I am reading.

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