A 24-year-old man is expected to appear before the District “A” Magistrates’ Court this morning charged with murder.
Shamar Antonio Lynch, of St Thomas, was charged in relation to the shooting death of Romario Yarde, 20, of St Michael, on August 10. He reportedly died from a wound to the chest.
Lynch is on bail for a similar offence.
Two months ago, Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Charles Leacock, QC, had expressed concern about a number of accused who were on bail accused of murder finding themselves before the courts again on similar charges.
Leacock, describing the matter a “source of grave concern”, said the situation was one that had to be addressed and warned of the danger of it being left unattended.
“It really does undermine the confidence in the justice system as well as impacting on public safety,” the DPP added. (SP)
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