A young woman who claimed she was publicly abused by her ex boyfriend in Roseau recently has made good her threat to take the matter further.
She had told Dominica News Online that she intended to seek advice and would be writing to the Commissioner of Police, Daniel Carbon.
Carbon has confirmed to Dominica News Online that he has received ‘documents’ from an attorney representing the young woman.
“I am in possession of documents from the young lady’s lawyer,” he stated, without elaborating on the nature of the documents nor the possible actions that might be taken.
DNO understands the young woman is represented by attorney at law, Lennox Lawrence.
The woman, who is pregnant, said she was physically abused by her ex boyfriend at the business place where she worked last Friday.
The ex boyfriend is a police officer.
I will just have to turn my disappointments into laughter. You mean the lady actually wrote to the “Comissioner of police??” That’s why I keep telling strangers that I’m not a Dominican. Because I don’t want to classified as a ‘FOOL.’
THE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE IS A VERY BUSY BODY.HE HAS NOTHING ON THE STATUARY LAW ON HOW TO DEAL WITH EX-BOYFRIEND OR GIRLFRIEND.The barister should have advise better.Police inspector,this man must be of age and can no longer has children.he has a girlfriend telling him she is pregnant for another man.two slaps bam-bam suppose that was true.listen to dbs violence does not worth it
Is so them police are.. think they can do people what they want and hide under the law.. its time for someone to expose them for who they are.. they think they above the law…. And might I add: He will get away with it….
nothing is going to come out of this my people,this police officer is a coward,when he’s done he will run to the USA,but waiting for him.
our police cannot interrogate a person. go solve the misery crime of the unconscious the 11 months baby that was abuse and dead from foncole
the commisioner must do something now. there is evidence of abuse and he should no example. he took the law in his hand. shame office. you need to go and solve other crimes
great my girl.plz do not change your mind on this matter. All our police can do is physical arrest. they can only solve drug crime and wen someone say am guilty.
this is what this police need to do. go educate yourself
say sa mem
Lennox who????????
A man got 6 months jail just the other day for slapping a woman on her bottom. I hope this officer get 6 years for hitting this young lady and worst she’s pregnant. Only in dominica where this things happen and police get way. If this he goes unpunished I blame all of u women on dno for that because I believe u ladies should take a stand and unsure that this officers pay for his crime. No one is above the law.
TOO MANY TIMES ABUSE GO UNSPOKEN. WE, MEN AND WOMEN, MUST REPORT ABUSE.
Ah Jimi Hendrix, do you think the officer would abuse the young woman in the presence of witnesses?
The. Girl should hit mr a blast and them write to mr carbon the proof of the pudding is in it so the bastard would not denied it
that not going no where stupid girl after you strike the first blow you want to run to DNO and Lawyer trying to make the man loose his job, get over it you get your blows already.
The meaning of and a slight difference between abuse and assault.
Meaning of abuse – Maltreatment
Illegal improper use or harmful use of a person or animal.
Improper practice – improper or harmful practice; human rights abuses; insulting or offensive language; allegations of abuse of government powers; drug use – harmful use of drugs or alcohol.
Maltreat somebody – to treat a person or animal cruelly, whether physically, psychologically or sexually, especially on a regular or habitual basis.
Misuse something in an improper illegal manner; insult somebody. Speak insulting or offensively to somebody.
Meaning of assault – Physical or verbal attack – attack somebody – a violent physical or verbal attack; to attack somebody physically or verbally in a violent way; threat of bodily harm – an unlawful threat or attempt to do violence or harm to somebody else, rape – the crime of raping somebody; attempt to destroy something.
A campaign or series of actions that aims to challenge or destroy something. The proposals are under assault by various special interest groups. Make military attack – to attack a place with a military force.
We should be aware that family members, friends, associates, co-workers, strangers – those people we meet as we go about our business, commuting to and from work and while shopping are quite capable of this. As observed, much of it is also done in comments on this Website.
Note what type of people exists in the world and what type of society we have. It is more godless than godly; more unloving than loving. Some people who think they are perfect than others and know it all; those who think they are better, higher than others, placing themselves on a pedestal and adopting a greater than thou attitude. It is also done in writings, attacking others. No exception some so-called religious – church-going ones. As they call themselves Christians, they also assault (a form of attack) the faith and devotions of others.
I observe and take note of those types of people. What we say and write tell a lot about us.
It is love and love for one another as we love ourselves, to respect the rights, faith/devotions of others. Because people practice something which do good to others mortally (morally) and spiritually does not mean that they are wrong. It is foolish for anyone to denounce it.
Most of all, note how The Ten Commandments of God are violated and how it offends God. Some never give this a thought. Some people state and like to assume that they are good people. As it is said, good people do not go to Heaven. Holy people do.
St. Paul said: “Examine yourself to see whether you are living in faith.
According to the words of a song: “Love makes the world go ‘round.” St, Paul also wrote above Love. He said, I will still show you a better way… – The Way of Love.” It is in the Holy Bible of the New Testament.
A few years ago a few of the Columban Sisters visited the parish Church to raise funds for the poor in that country which will also financially assist them in other ways. From time to time, various Catholic organizations visit from all over the world. Parishioners are asked to give generously – whatever they can afford. The collection for that Sunday is taken up for that purpose.
Parishioners were informed of their godly works in Jesus Name. Each one was given what I call a paper Bookmark of the following and prayer. As always, I treasure and keep such religious and inspiring paraphernalia and love to pass them on and/or inform others about them specifically when the circumstances present themselves.
“Until every person lives in dignity, none of us can live in peace.” – Columban Sisters of N.Y.
Prayer:
Lord, our God, fill us with your Spirit so that we may hear your Good News.
Touch our hearts with your love so that we in turn may love one another.
Send us as witnesses of Gospel joy into a world of fragile peace and broken promises.
We ask this through Christ, our Lord. Amen!
It is respect and courtesy all the way to others in whatever we do. We must also protect their well-being and life including the unborn babies – from conception to natural death.
As Christians of all, we have a lot of work to do for the Lord in our words and actions.
Our Lord Jesus Christ said: Luke 12:48 – Vigilant and Faithful Servants – “Much is required of the person entrusted with much and still more will be demanded of the person entrusted with more.”
Therefore, let us regard each other with love and never harm them physically and emotionally in word and deed.
To live in harmony and peace with others requires godly discipline. Those who lack it should pray to God for it and He will be too pleased to grant it to those who ask.
Our Lord said: “Ask and you shall receive. Seek and you shall find. Knock and the door will be opened.”
Prior to his Passion, Crucifixion and Death, He also told his disciples: “Amen! Amen! You have not asked Me for anything.”
Folks, this is a message for us. We may ask but we do not ask well for a godly purpose. Some do not ask at all. They depend on their own understanding. St. Paul warned us of the latter. This is why some take the Law into their hands and find themselves in further trouble with the Law and then blame others for their failings when they caused them.
This also pertains to not stealing their property. God expects this from us. For, what people sow, so shall they reap and two-fold. Our Lord Jesus Christ told this to us. We do know He is faithful and true to his promises. Those who emphatically say that they go by the bible should know this, abide by it and practice it. Thanks be to God!
The problem with you Justice, you have too much spare time on your hands. It is so easy to quote the bible. Anyone could do that besides, you are trying to sound intelligent reading from books and then dishing them out as if you are an expert. Frankly, you do not impress anyone, you are wasting time, you are a laughing stock, and l think the time to assess you is long overdue. Why not give us your real name? Justice and truth contradict your illogical comments.
we shall see
waiting to see wat happens… i hope she will b charged to for provocation… its against the law too
You mean to say while he was abusing her at her workplace she couldn’t fine some of Dominican women weapon of choice: “glo chaud”, hot water?
I agree
I hope they will suspend the police officer for what he did pending investigation. They were so quick to suspend the Inspector that try to protect his child in the school yard against a paro. Our eyes on Carbon.
This woman who did dis is a crazy woman, she need advice I believe she need help.. She need to check benjamin.. She attack d officer 1st, she think what she is doing will make the man lose his job bcuz he left her, dat jealous woman need help…
She mayb pregnant bt who is the baby father.. She don’t even no… She always seek trouble 1st den run to the law she neva wins at nun her battle…
……..seek help!!
You go girl,stand for your RIGHTS!
You may just make a difference.
This has being going on for too long…
They police should uphold the law that’s why he should be made an example of..
Let me firstly condemn this horrendous story of abuse. It is hoped that this woman receives the justice she deserved after hearing and examining the facts of the issue.
I would like to remind the general public to focus on GENDER abuse rather than the one sided notion of the man abusing woman perspective.
Abuse on different levels including physical abuse happens in all sectors of society as long as human beings exists. It is a moral wrong as it robs the victim their honor, dignity and self worth. We need to identify the root of these issues so that we as a nation can curb these problems.
Jealousy is one thing but we must learn that it is unacceptable to strike out when You have Your Gwos puelle!Move on with Your life Officer lots more fish in the Ocean.Grow up move on,Violence is not the answer,especially against Your unborn child
What is the Dominica NAtional COuncil of women saying? No comment from them? Maybe some pressure from them would speed up the process of getting justice for this lady
Zodiac, Of all the comments so far, you make most sense. The so-called organizations, even the government are all silent of this tragic happening. All we are hearing are some religious Nuts spilling out nonsense as if the priest is above the law.
This is an appropriate step in the right direction. You were abused, assaulted, insulted and humiliated. Furthermore, you are a woman, a mother to be who is carrying a baby. Surely, this so-called policeman should have used his common sense and never did what he did. It is too late for him, too late for regrets and any amount of apologies will not eradicate the harm that was done to her. There are no excuses for what he did. He could have killed her.
We must think what could have happened to her while he was beating on her. Be aware that what he did and during the time he was committing this crime, she could have gone into labor and even lost the baby. If not she could have died even right on the spot. The shock of what she experienced could have brought anyone of them on. Under the circumstances she appeared to be a strong woman to withstand this type of beating. To everyone, guard your temper and never lift your hand on a woman or anyone, man or woman for that matter. Live happily, peacefully and in harmony with everyone. Be a good neighbor wherever you may be. If you are not able to do that on your own as we are weaklings and weak of spirit and sometimes ill-tempered, too often possessing a quick temper, aggressive and bossy attitude, turn to God which some of you do not recognize and some ignore. He gives the courage and strength to avoid such circumstances. He will mellow you and shield you from such problems – any problem for that matter. He will help you to cope with what, as a human being you are not able to cope with.
If you are a practicing Christian, you should know what to do when faced with this type of problem. Just stay away and run away from trouble. Should you encounter trouble that you are not able to avoid, call on Our Lord Jesus Christ to help you.
For Catholics, you also know the Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in the day of battle. Be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him we humble pray and do Thou O Prince of the Heavenly Hosts, by the power of God thrust into Hell, Satan and all the other evil spirits who prowl throughout the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen!
This is a great, efficacious prayer that Our Lord Himself gave to us for our Church, through Pope, St. Leo XIII in the ancient days. More about that another time.
Well, God wants you and all others to know about it. This was spontaneous; unplanned. It was not written without reason.
Know also at least her attorney read all the comments which were posted on DNO. I surmise that this is also very helpful to compile a case and to prove it.
I have no doubt that for what happened to her, she will win her case.
Let us leave the judging of the officer, judging we are too prone to do, for the Commissioner of Police and Court, should this case go to Court. Who knows, a compromise and monetary compensation could be reached. It is all left to her attorney and the Commissioner of Police. I hope he does not contact the woman and vice versa. She really should have nothing to do with him especially if she does not have a child for him. Do not put yourself in such further situations. People do not change overnight, just as a leopard does not change its color overnight. He does need an anger management course including how to treat women respectfully. He must curb his temper. May the Commissioner suggest it and see to it that he receives this treatment which is a medical one.
As for him being dismissed, right now, in my heart, the mercy of God reigns. He should not be fired but he should take those relevant courses as mentioned above. Everyone deserves a second chance. I am certain that he will learn a good lesson from that and how well to treat women.
Do not deprive him of his livelihood especially in these hard economical days. We must not be hard of heart.
Do you hear me Commissioner and everyone who reads this? For the love of God who forgives, pay heed!
Sorry, I did not mean to write so much. As I always say, whenever I put my fingers to the keyboard, only God knows what will flow from my mind and my fingers on the keyboard prior to sending. Those thoughts and words just flow. Time to write my book on various matters.
Justice and truth, What rubbish. Again, you have too much spare time on your hands.
way to go lady standing beside u 1oo% i suffer the almost the same.
The abuse of women and Children must stop. Very proud of this young lady. If he can do that to a woman he shared intimacy with what can he do to your son or daughter when he feel to abuse his power as a law enforcer. This is not a man, he is a bully and doesn’t deserve to be on the force collecting tax payer money for his salary. He needs to be made an example.
He is not just a regular officer.He is an inspector.
This is exactly why he should be punished to the MAXIMUM.
well if he is and inspector he did rise through the ranks from hard work, because the statements he made making him sound like an asstronaut, that means he is a mouche bordant and his lawyer is a mouche bordant and the commissioner is a mouche bordant.
lets see see where it goes
Dominica woman full if controversy doh mind that is a vybes man
A job that suits his character indeed- cleaning garbage- dats what pigs do
Solid waste might have an opening.
brown girl think b4 u talk nuh… I wonder if u hav a job u judging those who works at solid waste
According to all you the case done heard already and he guilty because he is a police. Well guess what, there are other sides of the story none of u considering. He is not a mad man and its all victims that are innocent especially when they initiate the situation knowing that the oublic outcry would be on the side of the pregnant defenseless girl who have aklready stabbed someone at that very work place, yes, get to know the peopl einvolved and stop giving verdicts on your key boards. GET THE FACTS then comment. Anyways abuse of women by anyman is wrong, wrong wrong and I as a man do not and will not condone it at all. Dont inflame this one because he is a police other men make that mistaje too lets address it across the board. Chief investigate and let justice be served, Young lady you need to also check yourself, I know you both. DNO why do you allow comments asking that police be shot. This is dangerous. You block comments with CAPS but allow those which incites violence against the police. Shame of you DNO shame on you. check the comment from PARDON above
Admin: Thanks for your observation. It shouldn’t have been allowed.
Young lady,I synthetise with you. As far as I am concerned nobody’s child should have to undergo that type of vicious treatment, especially comming from one whose duty is to uphold the law. According to Tim Tim,” where you going with that,” dont you know which lawyer you have retained to fight your case.If you had seek my opinion,I would tell you, if you have a carpeted floor,if would be better to buy a broom instead.
Great! This should serve as a deterrent to those who constantly brutalize women, and yet get away. I will reiterate, there will always be someone to take a stand. Those who think they may have gotten away, must pay one day. The Master is watching! Young lady, you have taken the right step. Your action is for all women who have suffered silently in the name of love. You are a source of strength. Keep your head up! Do not look back. This man mudy be terminated from the Force.
But women needs to stand up and defend themselves against beasts like that.
Well done young lady him n his mum will learn a lesson. His mum condones alot of s*** so tell her take it now.
i wonder if u kno wat really transpired wen u are so quick to give judgement… typical black man… quick to follow d band wagon… d lady had nothin to do with wat happened
When you uphold, you are condoning abuse.
this man is jealous, I hope they fire his *** and the system sends him to jail. Make an example out of him.
I hope dat mr. Carbon address the matter professionally, and do something dat will give u a peace of heart and dat police as he calls himself find a job dats suit his character. Lets hope for the best darling
Guess he thought because he wears a UNIFORM that put him above the law. He probably did not think the young woman would continue to take his abuse. If he is an EX, why would he even be involved in the young woman’s life? I hope that baby is NOT his. There are predators of EVERY kind. Kudos to you young lady, you did what I was afraid to do. THANK YOU.
Mine did not wear a UNIFORM.
Correction – He probably thought the young woman would continue to take his abuse.
Great job!! All abused women should take a stance against abuse..no matter who the perpetrator is..
I second that.
I am a police officer myself serving in another Country, if the story is true the officer should be suspended pending further investigations. And he should be ashamed of himself knowing that it was a woman who brought him into life, she is a pregnant woman but yet still takes advantage of her. never u put your hands on women we must respect and cherish our ladies and remember somebody may do the same to your sisters or even your mom. hope the law deals with you in all it’s power.
boss get ur facts straight the woman the start the trouble. the man was ignoring her and that made her mad so she lash out@ the officer and no one will jus stay there and allow someone be it man or woman to hit then.
Proud of you young lady. it’s time!
Most of the times, people believe that when you report a police officer it is because you are attacking his job.
Sometimes, it may, or most times it may not. most of these offices are young and immature and in some cases extremely wicked and malicious.
Police officers are not above the law, we make them think they are, they let their ego rise above them but we must remember that they are human at the end of the day.
many of us have been hurt, or victimized or abused by the people dressed in uniforms or blue, many of us are very angry at them and want to take matters in our own hands and see injustice and feel that justice has prevailed.
Personally, there are more good cops in the Commonwealth of Dominica Police Service, but there are those that ………….. punishment is a nice word for some of these people.
But at the end of the day, you cant make a good cop suffer because of some minor infringement especially in a gwo pwel related situation. Although he should be trained and react differently, you cant really tell someone how to react when they are emotionally disturbed or provoked.
Beside that i think it is about time for another inquiry into the conduct and affairs of CDPF
Enquiry for what? A police officer may have gone rogue, he should and will be dealt with. Due process must be followed and he must be given a hearing. An investigation must be done to gather the facts.
I have seen teachers go rogue, doctors, nurses, lawyers, politicians to name a few all gone rogue. Police is no different and they are humans and some will break the law. When they do they must be given a hearing as we expect for ourselves.
They really think they are above the law. They use their uniform to commit crimes and the people ALLOW them to get away because (and sometimes true) they know their BEHAVIOR, in most cases, are swept under the rug.
good. Police arent the law.
look the girl talking about de man she pregnant wit another man child, and when he lose his cool which any man do as she mocking him in public, de woman go for de man job, but it benifits and pension the woman tink about when see wit de man at first, i wondering if de man had not been a police, and just work in a store or a local business she would try diss ting???????? i hope de commissioner investigate de woman too
Wow blame the victim!!!!!!!!
Regardless He does not have the right to strike!He has to deal with it in a mature way.The POlICE tell You all the time “Do not take the law into Your own hands” He of all People should know that !
What pension you talking about, Police make money nah. sssttuupsss
And allu still cannot leave their bom bom alone…stupes
MUDD, COMMON SENSE. Pension is not based earnings. Pension is based on the number of years you served, was employed.
More than you think…..
No wonder the comment is HIDDEN. Regardless to the man’s position, he had NO RIGHT to abuse the young woman. Do you not think, even if she said anything to provoke him, as an OFFICER OF THE LAW, he should walk away.
Why do you think she should be investigated?
now I hav to wonder if u were faced with the same situation if u wud not hit back… u fail to realize that a policeman is a human too and feels and reacts to situation like most of us do… and NO ONE likes to feel their skin burn dem and make it worse to get slapped in the face jus pushes it a bit… I am not condoning the abuse but she also had to exercise respect towards the officer… she had no right to strike him… we should all learn to respect authority since we want the same respect given in return
Yah that’s a start. Let justice be served
God move young lady. I encourage you to hold your end, do not back down. If I remember your story well you were kicked and slapped in public in the presence of witnesses. If you continue to forgive this man your next stop will be in a casket. Be an example to your unborn child and make an example of him too. Lets pray the law prevails and you get justice
Good for you to follow through on this. One knows that it is not easy.
If the assault took place and there are witnesses, the police has no choice but to file charges against the police officer. HE should then be suspending pending the outcome of the case.
Jimi Hendrix, I read that the assault took place at the young woman’s workplace, hopefully there were witnesses. The police has no choice but to adhere the young woman’s complaint, and the young woman should file charges against her abuser. He should be suspended, WITHOUT PAY, pending an investigation.
Suspension WITH PAY, in my opinion, is considered a VACATION after ABUSE.