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Monday, August 6, 2018

Former Member of Barbados Parliament and Minister of Industry Indicted for Money Laundering

Donville Inniss Allegedly Laundered Bribes through a Long Island Company

A three-count indictment was unsealed today in federal court in Brooklyn charging Donville Inniss, a former member of the Parliament of Barbados and the Minister of Industry, International Business, Commerce and Small Business Development of Barbados, with conspiracy to launder money and money laundering.  The charges stem from Inniss’s acceptance of bribes from a Barbadian insurance company in 2015 and 2016 when he was a public official.  Inniss was arrested Friday and was arraigned today before United States Magistrate Judge Julie Sneed in the Middle District of Florida at the federal courthouse in Tampa.  Inniss was released on a $50,000 bond.

Richard P. Donoghue, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York, Brian A. Benczkowski, Assistant Attorney General of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division, and William F. Sweeney, Jr., Assistant Director-in-Charge, Federal Bureau of Investigation, New York Field Office (FBI), announced the indictment.

According to the indictment, between August 2015 and April 2016, Inniss engaged in a scheme to accept approximately $36,000 in bribes from high-level executives of an insurance company headquartered in Barbados (“the Barbados Company”) and launder that money through the United States.  In exchange for the bribes, Inniss leveraged his position as the Minister of Industry to enable the Barbados Company to obtain two government contracts.  Inniss concealed the bribes by arranging to receive them through a dental company and a bank located in Elmont, New York.  Barbados Company executives transferred the funds to the dental company using an invoice falsely claiming that the payments were for consulting services.  During the time of the charged conspiracy, Inniss was a legal permanent resident of the United States residing in Tampa, Florida and Barbados.

“As charged in the indictment, Inniss abused his position of trust as a government official by taking bribes from a Barbadian company, then laundered the illicit funds through a bank and a dental company located in the Eastern District of New York,” stated United States Attorney Donoghue.  “The Department of Justice will continue to hold accountable corrupt government officials here or abroad who use the U.S. financial system to facilitate their criminal conduct.”

“Donville Inniss allegedly used the U.S. financial system to launder bribes he received while serving as a government official in Barbados,” said Assistant Attorney General Benczkowski.  “These charges demonstrate the commitment of the Department and our law enforcement partners to hold accountable anyone who seeks to use our financial system to promote or launder the corrupt proceeds of their crimes.”

The charges in the indictment are merely allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Assistant United States Attorney Sylvia Shweder of the Eastern District of New York’s Business and Securities Fraud Section, and Trial Attorney Gerald M. Moody, Jr., of the Criminal Division’s Fraud Section, are in charge of the prosecution.

The Defendant:

DONVILLE INNISS
Age:  52
Barbados

E.D.N.Y. Docket No. 18-CR-134 (KAM)

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776 responses to “Former Minister Donville Inniss Indicted for Money Laundering”

  1. David Avatar
    David

    Why not carry your position to a logical/reasonable conclusion. A Barbados economy that is strong is in a position to assist Dominica through aid programs scholarships for children and the like. Do you know that after the last hurricane Barbados was the first country in with supplies, BDF and other support services. Do you know that private sector in Barbados extended lines of credit to Dominica, raise money via several activities etc? Now tell us if ROSS made a decision to leave Dominica where is the best country to host, Barbados or some place in NA.

    Boy as they say, head is not brain.

  2. David Avatar
    David

    What is the huulabbaloo? There is this Volney character that wrote an article which has been lambasted by Bajans on Facebook except for DLP yardies of course.

  3. Artax Avatar
    Artax

    The hypocrisy and convenient loss of memory of yard-fowls such as Mariposa clearly comes to the fore.

    I recall this same Mariposa, under the previous AC/Angela Skeete persona cussing Antigua’s PM Gaston Browne when he objected to Richard Sealy’s “autonomous” decision to relocate LIAT’s regional office to Barbados.

    Then she did not care what percentage of Antigua’s GDP or jobs would have been lost as a result of the relocation.

    But we know their agenda.

    Now……..back to Donville Inniss.

  4. Artax Avatar
    Artax

    David BU

    If you read the comments that came after Volney’s article, it’s clear Dominicabs are also questioning his credibility…..well, except for Beautiful Beige, who thought it was an excellent article.

    And to add to your comments……. recall when the volcano erupted in Montserrat, a number of Montserratians were given logging and schooling here……as well as Barbudans after the hurricane ravished Barbuda?

    Barbados is always the first to send police, soldiers, doctors and even crews from the Barbados Light & Power volunteer their services to assist islands…..as was done for Barbuda.

  5. Ping Pong Avatar
    Ping Pong

    @ Sir Fuzzy, Mr Skerrit said the reason Ross was leaving Dominica was because of the hurricanes. In my simple mindedness I assume Ross would then relocate to a place not affected by hurricanes say Guyana (?). However since Barbados will be Ross’s new home maybe we can now rest easy knowing that hurricanes are a thing of the past!
    @ Hal Austin
    If not Barbados it would still NOT be Dominica.
    @Artax, I agree with you. I am yet to see any unusual problems with Ross relocating to Barbados.

  6. Ping Pong Avatar
    Ping Pong

    @Mariposa
    Ross has been operating for 40 years. It has some measure of credibility and accreditation it seems. I would not describe it as a racketeer. However a former minister may soon be “certified” as such so given that may be your area of expertise I shall defer to you. It is also worth remembering the other medical schools that were allowed to set up in Barbados over the last 5 years. Racketeers all?

  7. Mariposa Avatar
    Mariposa

    Pin pong your simplistic view on seeing Ross location as not a big deal
    Thebig deal lies in the negative economic effects the relocation has placed on the country
    The big deal also lies in the way Barbados did not hesitate in helping Ross to hammer the final nail in Dominica weakened economy
    The big deal lies with setting a precedent for any sister islands to pursue economic prowess on economic vulnerable nations which fuels hate and division
    I am certain that a call for emegency meeting by Caricom heads of govt on behalf of Dominica could have found a better solution absent of division

  8. Enuff Avatar
    Enuff

    Hal Austin

    Your attempt to appear open-minded actually comes across as narrow-minded. Ross was already out of Dominica and clearly had no intention of returning. Would you prefer Ross in Barbados or Brazil? Therein lies your myopic interpretation of the situation, rather than see Ross’ relocation to Bdos as a plus to our economy you need to start viewing it as a part of the Caricom economy. And I am heartened to see that as lead for integration PM Mottley understands a collaborative approach to securing FDI makes more sense than the competition-based approach that currently predominates. Had we had such a framework in place, Butch could never go from island to island and rob us. The truth is that Bdos is a more attractive destination for an offshore med school and med students than Dominica; and there are other areas of economic activity where Dominica is superior to us. The challenge therefore is how we collectively direct (or contribute to) the type of investment needed to develop Dominica’s endowments/specialisms.

  9. Caswell Franklyn Avatar
    Caswell Franklyn

    My understanding is that a person convicted for money laundering in the USA can get as much as 20 years in prison. Mind you it would not bother me if he is away that long but if he wants to come home sooner, my advice to him is sing like a canary.

    Sent from my iPad

  10. Artax Avatar
    Artax

    “I am certain that a call for emegency meeting by Caricom heads of govt on behalf of Dominica could have found a better solution absent of division.”
    +++++++++++++

    Are any of you who write under the pseudonym “Mariposa” have the ability to think reasonably and rationally…….other than confining every issue to silly political yardfowl rhetoric?

    Can the CARICOM heads of government FORCE Ross University to REMAIN in Dominica?

    T
    How about putting the amount of zeal you’re dedicating to this irrelevant topic and that relating to Herbert……into Donville Inniss?

  11. Lorenzo Avatar
    Lorenzo

    Maraposa ,hal Austin and their sidekick T Inniss this blog is about Mr Donville Inniss do not let us be sidetrack by these Dems trying to get us from commenting on inniss with this non issue.Mr Inniss was in the news a few weeks ago saying he will not be hiding as he has nothing to ashamed of,and urging his colleagues to come out of hiding.He also castigated Ms Toni Moore an mr mc dowall claiming they sold out the workers and should be replaced.I also remember his arrogance with those BIDC over 60 workers who stated ,that they still had bills to pay,and what was his decision they had to go.Therefore karma has caught up with thi in my opinion arrogant loudmouth ex MP,and although innocent until proven otherwise we shall see what we shall see.Therefore bloggers ignore mariposa and Mr Austin efforts to divert this topic,and continue to speak on Mr Inniss,the topic at hand.

  12. Artax Avatar
    Artax

    “My understanding is that a person convicted for money laundering in the USA can get as much as 20 years in prison.”

    Mr. Franklyn

    I understand that as well…….but Mr. Greene seems to think otherwise.

  13. David Avatar
    David

    @ac

    A gentle reminder.

    https://barbadosunderground.files.wordpress.com/2018/08/audio-2018-08-08-20-07-05.mp3

  14. David Avatar
    David

  15. Sargeant Avatar
    Sargeant

    In 2017 Barbados was ranked 25th on Corruption Perception Index as issued by Transparency International, whatever the outcome of this matter we are in for a downgrade.

    https://www.transparency.org/news/feature/corruption_perceptions_index_2017

  16. Hants Avatar
    Hants

    @ Sargeant,

    Donville could be acquitted of all charges.

  17. David Avatar
    David

    @Hants

    It would be interesting if he is acquitted then focus will turn to BF&M and why the CEO was asked to resign forthwith for reported wrongdoing.

  18. Caswell Franklyn Avatar
    Caswell Franklyn

    Hants

    Don’t try to dampen my spirit. I’m not even thinking of that possibility.

    Sent from my iPad

  19. Hants Avatar
    Hants

    Some Bajans would prefer Donville be locked up and the bribe paying scoundrels allowed to go free.

  20. David Avatar
    David

    @Hants

    It is because we have become a politically polarized society. Every decision seems to have a political motive or consideration attached.

  21. Mariposa Avatar
    Mariposa

    So it is all right for you blp yardfowls to talk about Donville thiefing
    But not alright for others to talk about Mia economic agression on Dominica
    Well get this in your thick skull
    Wrong is Wrong

  22. De Real DI Avatar
    De Real DI

    I do not really understand the comments regarding Ross.

    Where were you good gents when the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers was moved to St. Lucia? Anybody remember the Barbados Jazz Festival before it was relocated to St. Lucia. What about the HQ of the WICBC. Used to be right there at Kensington. Gone to Antigua. Even the regional headquarters for the regional Credit Unions used to be here in Bim, until it moved to St. Kitts. What about Sagicor? Gone. Bermuda is it?? Please.

    When an entity decides to move that is essentially a business decision. How exactly can a governmen stop them? The decision might be based on risk, cost of living, air transport arrangements, quality of water, or just how the beaches look. But its their business. Their decision.

    Once thy have decided to explore options then its a competitive environment and a Government will have to weigh the benefits against whatever benefits and additional risks may be posed.

    And if truth be told there is a reason why there is a US Embassy here and why organisations like CDB, CBU, CXC and a lot more are located here. To our credit Barbados happens to be one of the best places for business or living in the Caribbean. I know I have lived in many. I love them all but you go to any of those countries and exoerience a good high wind and some good solid rainfall and see if you won’t be trying your best to get back to Bim.

    Deal with the facts not the silly political axes you trying to grind. Although I suppose if it would have been Freundel, Ross may have been required to a) pay a bribe and b) wait many years for a cabinet decision.

    Politis in Bubados too sweet!!

  23. de hood Avatar
    de hood

    @ac/Mariposa

    I seriously think you need to go have a bush bath at a 4 cross junction. And, please for your own sake and those other posters here do it very soon. Tonight will be just good/

  24. John Avatar
    John

    Besides Donville, all sorts of people you will find in the database.

    For example, Mia is there

    https://offshoreleaks.icij.org/nodes/100332122

    https://offshoreleaks.icij.org/nodes/100335980

    Kerrie Symmonds’ name pops up

    https://offshoreleaks.icij.org/nodes/100320959

    There is a disclaimer that goes with the site.

    Disclaimer
    There are legitimate uses for offshore companies and trusts. We do not intend to suggest or imply that any people, companies or other entities included in the ICIJ Offshore Leaks Database have broken the law or otherwise acted improperly. Many people and entities have the same or similar names. We suggest you confirm the identities of any individuals or entities located in the database based on addresses or other identifiable information. If you find an error in the database please get in touch with us.

  25. de hood Avatar
    de hood

    @ac

    Actually, you have just about 2 hours to go till midnight. You should be able to get there by then!

  26. Artax Avatar
    Artax

    “Wrong is Wrong…”
    ++++++++++++++

    What is wrong about officials of an independent company making a business decision, which obviously is one they believe is in the best interest of that company?

    How can you accuse the PM of “economic aggression on Dominica,” under circumstances where that island’s PM acknowledge the fact that “………at the end of the day the officials of Ross, like any other business person, RESERVE and EXERCISE the RIGHT of the shareholders and the many interests to include but not limited to parents, students, faculty and sponsors.”

  27. Mariposa Avatar
    Mariposa

    Within one week of the Barbados Labour Party victory, the new owners of Ross University, a premier offshore medical school built from scratch on prime land in the north of Dominica, approached the new government with the prospect of moving its operations to Barbados. The new owners saw this as a business decision that was wholly innocuous of the human element and the disastrous effect it would have on the economy and people of Dominica. The dollar line was it and nothing more

    Excerpts from an article ..author Herbert Volney ..truer words were never said

  28. Hants Avatar
    Hants

    Barbados needs help

    ” Barbados has received yet another downgrade from Standard and Poor’s.”

  29. Artax Avatar
    Artax

    “Wardell said that the Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM) considers Dominican people as part of the Ross family and that “Prime Minister SKerrit is both a partner and a friend to Adtalem Global Education.” She further stated, “As a CEO I sometimes have to make very difficult decisions it is with a heavy heart I make the decision to leave Dominica.” She went on, “…But my job is to position RUSM for the future and for us the future is Barbados”……”

    Wardell’s comments sums up this issue. She said “my job is to position RUSM for the future and for us the future is Barbados…”

    CASE CLOSED!!!!

    It’s amazing that while one Barbadian political yardfowl is crying “foul,” cussing and accusing HER Prime Minister of “economic aggression,”………

    ……….. if you read the comments to articles on this issue, in Dominican online newspapers…….. you’ll realize that many of the Dominican contributors are blaming Roosevelt Skerrit and his lack of leadership skills for the Ross relocation.

    For example, read this comment from someone whose name was listed as “Impartial:”

    “My fellow Dominicans, in the early 1980’s two ministers of government in the Eugenia Charles’s administration threatened to close Ross university over an African student who claimed racism when in fact he had failed his grades due to lack of effort in his studies. Mike Douglas and Jenner Armour, although being on the opposite on many political issues formed an alliance to fight against the two ministers because they recognized how important Ross was to the north and they prevailed. Where has Ian Douglas been ? it would be a damn shame if the Portsmouth constituency reelect Ian and moreover the ministers of the north including the prime minister who have abdicated their responsibilities. I have said it before and I will say it again: We do not have any minister in the current government who can articulate any position. They are weak and lack innovation, foresightedness, acumen and the ability to communicate. They do not demonstrate any erudition. We need to get this government out !”

    You must realize that Mariposa has a mission she is duty bound to fulfill in this forum……on behalf of the DLP.

  30. Mariposa Avatar
    Mariposa

    Dont worry be happy

    Mottley can fix it

    Watch she as she hit the ground running fast trying to snatch up the economic progress of the small island nations in large swabs of financial gains which controls their country interest

  31. Mariposa Avatar
    Mariposa

    The new prime minister saw it as a gift horse to kick-start the Bajan economy. She was for Barbados and clearly was oblivious of what this would have done to the Dominican economy. She was lending her space to imperial capitalism dumping a fellow CARICOM nation over ‘a business decision’ made by a young and inexperience CEO

  32. Artax Avatar
    Artax

    How do you know what Volney’s said is the truth…..or have you assumed it is the truth because it fits into your political narrative?

    The following is a comment on the same article…….and I suggest you read all those comments…… you’ll realize that you are among a very tiny minority that is against the relocation.

    C ben-David August 7, 2018 at 4:12 pm

    If Ross University’s departure broke any legal contract that it had with the Commonwealth of Dominca — e.g., agreements stating the university has to operate there for X number of years in exchange for certain concessions — then Dominica should sue for breach of contract in a court of law. Since the medical school is moving to Barbados, another CARICOM country, such a law suit would be the best way to receive damages.
    CARICOM’s mandate to enact a Caribbean Single Market and Economy (CSME) says that the free movement of capital, services, and labour from one CARICOM country to another is to be encouraged. This move helps fulfill this mandate.
    These kind of business moves take place every day all over the world. It’s called free enterprise and the spirit of capitalism. (This is why Donald Trump’s anti-free trade policies are bound to fail because they will make America far worse off.)
    Dominica is in heart of the Caribbean hurricane zone; Barbados is on its periphery.
    The medical students and school status would be much happier in the place like Barbados with so many more activities and amenities. Ross University is located in a remote and isolated part of Dominica a two hour drive from the capital.
    If Dominica were successful in halting this move, by whatever means, it would create a shockwave of ant-Caribbean invesment sentiment: don’t bother spending millions to do business in any of these countries because if you want to move elsewhere, the government will arbitrarily try to seize your assets.

  33. Hants Avatar
    Hants

    ” The police chief himself only learnt of Inniss’ legal troubles through the media and social media, he said. ”

    https://barbadostoday.bb/2018/08/08/no-charge-for-now/

    Would love to hear the opinion of a lawyer given that the BIDC is a Barbados Government entity.

  34. Artax Avatar
    Artax

    Mariposa

    Fret all you want, whether you like it or not and irrespective of the irrational, incoherent nonsense you will continually post……..

    ……….Mia Mottley will be Prime Minister of Barbados for the next FIVE YEARS……even if she leads a one term administration😂. You and the other idiot (I’m surprised he/she hasn’t turned up as yet)…could interpret that to mean I’m defending Mottley.

    However, i would like you to answer a few questions

    (1). Has the DLP settled its debt of $109,609 with CBC?

    (2). Has any of Donville’s former colleagues reached out to him or offered their support in his time of need……….or have you all abandoned him?
    (I don’t expect Freundel to be too concerned).

    (3). Has Donville been expelled from the DLP or is he still eligible to contest the elections for General Secretary of the party?

    (4). What is the mood like in George Street since Donville’s arrest? Are some there….. according to the old saying…..”shitting grits?”

    (5). Since the discussion is about bribes……..how is Michael Lashley holding up?

    I’m sure you’re aware there are rumours about his personal involvement in facilitating the issuing of PSV permits….some, which I was told, attracted sums of up to $5’000.

    (6). Where the hell is Maureen Holder? She seems to have disappeared from sight since May 25th.

    But, then again…. if one takes into consideration you and her have displayed similar levels of contempt for Mottley……… perhaps she is one of the Mariposas.

    Anyhow…… I don’t expect you to answer any of these questions……you are more focused with Mottley.

  35. Hants Avatar
    Hants

    Barbados in Deep doo doo

    In its latest assessment of Barbados published today, international rating agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P) lowered the issue-level ratings on this country’s global bonds to ‘D’ or default.

  36. Mariposa Avatar
    Mariposa

    All the excuses in the world would not remove the stigma of Barbados now deemed the economic agressor/agitator of the Carribbean.
    A stigma which would dogged barbados longer than the welcomed mat Mia laid out for Ross
    Most are still awaiting to see the agreements signed by the Govt of Barbados on behalf of the people of barbados
    Also if or any concessions were granted

  37. Hants Avatar
    Hants

    And this latest downgrade of Barbados’ local currency rating from CC to Selective Default (SD) and the 2019 and 2022 Global Bonds from CC to Default (D) has left several people concerned.

    http://www.nationnews.com/nationnews/news/184206/economists-worried

  38. Hants Avatar
    Hants

    @ David,

    You COULD start a blog to discuss the Barbados economy and the down grades.

  39. Jonny B Good. Avatar
    Jonny B Good.

    Freundel said to Donville “get a lawyer”.
    Strange bedfellows these UWI kleptocrats.

  40. NorthernObserver Avatar
    NorthernObserver

    @Hants
    little to discuss….they cannot go any lower.

  41. Simple Simon Avatar
    Simple Simon

    @Northern Observer August 8, 2018 1:23 AM “”The $$$ are too small..”

    Not really you know. Didn’t the Americans get one of their gangsters for tax fraud when they could not get anybody willing to testify about his murders etc. If you want to put a man our of circulation any premise will do.

    Suppose the accused had tried to shake down various American businessmen who wanted to set up business in Barbados. And suppose those business men got vex and complained to their government. And suppose the Americans heard so many complaints that they felt they had to do something. And suppose as well the Americans knew that the accused has aspirations ob being Prime Minister. And suppose the Americans did not want to deal with a future head of government whom they believed to be corrupt.

  42. pieceuhderockyeahright Avatar
    pieceuhderockyeahright

    @the Honourable Blogmaster

    De ole man would have created a blog specifically around the Ross University issue immediately after Mariposa STARTED this “Save Donville Campaign” using deflection and redirection methodology

    What would have happened is that it would have shown what her true objective and that of her colleague is in this matter.

    DOES ANYONE KNOW WHERE PORNVILLE WAS ARRESTED?

    THE ARREST DOCUMENT GIVES THE TIME BUT UNCHARACTERISTICALLY DOES NOT GIVE THE PLACE…

  43. David Avatar
    David

    @PUDRYR

    Why?

    ac knows what she is trying to do. Spending some time to debunk her nonsense here does no harm.

    Truth be told another blog was just created on a related matter.

    #hehehehehehe

  44. David Avatar
    David

    @PUDRYR

    Here is the arresting Sheriff’s website located in Hillsborough County where inquiries can be sent.

  45. pieceuhderockyeahright Avatar
    pieceuhderockyeahright

    Dear Commissioner of Police

    Before you open your mouth and be known to be inconclusively to be a fool next Tim do choose your words carefully

    Instead of saying “…I am not concerned with matters that are done in private and are not reported to the police. We are not just walking around and looking to get wind of things that don’t call to us. Surely, if reports are made to us we will deal with them…”

    you might have said

    “…all matters, once they breach the law, be they enacted in a public space or a private space, are of concern to the police.

    This is our mandate, to uphold and defend the law, particularly when the crime is reported to us, though sometimes, as we continue to be proactive in crime interdiction and prevention, we will prosecute a criminal matter ourselves”

    You kink sir cannot be so obvious a dufus.

    Otherwise how can you defend other dufus officers who, when questioned in court, claim to have seen “a car acting suspiciously at Black Rock which lead to them stopping the car and interviewing then arresting its occupants”

    By the way Commissioner Griffith do you have a secure email address where concerned citizens can send you confidential information?

    That is IF WUNNA DO HAVE EMAIL…

  46. pieceuhderockyeahright Avatar
    pieceuhderockyeahright

    Heheheheh

    De ole man going go and take a look at both items. The post and the link to Hillsborough

    Grateful if you could retrieve an item sent to the COMMISSIONER of Police

  47. whiteHill Avatar
    whiteHill

    Just a short while ago I read what the present commissioner of police had to say regarding the Donville Innis’ arrest and later charged with a crime in another jurisdiction, I couldn’t believe what I was reading from a person in his position. I should imagined that given what is known and the fact that it occurred in Barbados by a sitting member of Parliament he should be hot on the trail for Donville’s tail. We in Barbados know of the many people whose salaries and other means can’t account for their life style, so there we have it, if no complaint are officially lodged. I wonder who made complaints against those poor black bajan women who were going abroad buying bed linen to sell to make a few $$, I wonder who made official complaints against them and not against ministers who stole from their people.

  48. T.Inniss Avatar
    T.Inniss

    @ Hants

    I am just seeing your posts at 11:52 pm on Aug. 8th .I have just posted a similar comment in another article.

    All this false concern by some about governance etc is being shown for what it is.

  49. Well, Well Avatar
    Well, Well

    Did it occur to the Commissioner that the accusation of BRIBERY…took place in HIS jurisdiction in Barbados….the US only attached the money laundering charge to the bribery that was allegedly committed in his jurisdiction….because the proceeds of the bribery they found were laundered in US…

    So you see how Fruendel knew of the corruption, he knew, he knew and so did big empty-headed Adriel Nitwit former AG and Dumbville’s sidekick from Harsun high school days., all of them know/knew of the corruption, but taunted the population to report the corruption that they all know they with their weak minds will never act against..or prosecute.

    They are all repulsive like Bernard, I am yet to figure out if this is a mental disease, it cannot be a residue of slavery because that excuse is overused and we are in the Information Age with info readily available at our fingertips despite the miseducation system to be found on the island…, I believe it’s more male stupidity, arrogance, shortsightedness and a disgraceful reluctance to prosecute each other for crimes committed when they are paid a salary by taxpayers….because they believe themselves to be in some kinda delusional specially chosen class..they are as*holes.

    It is not normal or productive, none of it..

    “And suppose as well the Americans knew that the accused has aspirations ob being Prime Minister. And suppose the Americans did not want to deal with a future head of government whom they believed to be corrupt.”

    No one in their right minds would want Dumbville as PM…in the long run it would have created more problems for North America and Europe, that they can easily see…one only had to peep into the next 20 years to see the havoc Dumbville would have wreaked, am saying that from a position of seeing first hand how his mind works.

  50. Well, Well Avatar
    Well, Well

    “No information was shared between the RBPF and US federal law enforcement regarding allegations of bribery and money laundering, Griffith declared.

    The police chief himself only learnt of Inniss’ legal troubles through the media and social media, he said.”

    Dumbville was charged because the bribery allegations BREACHES Barbados’ 1929 archaic corruption laws that Fruendel claimed can still be used and is adequate enough to prosecute corruption in Barbados…

    Dumbville was charged because he BREACHED the US’ money laundering laws…key word here is breached, broke the law….let’s see what the DPP says.

    That is a reason why hiring yardfowls is a no no, they feel obliged to do nothing to clean up crimes committed by their political masters when hired by their political masters.

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