An inspector attached to the Counter-Terrorism and Organised Crime Investigations Branch (CTOC) is facing multiple drug-related charges following a January 8 operation in downtown Kingston, as details emerged during a case management hearing on Wednesday.
The accused, 51-year-old Martin Walker, appeared in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court, where prosecutors outlined allegations that he attempted to prevent a search of his vehicle during a police operation, reportedly indicating that cocaine was inside and suggesting that conducting the search would cause people to be “exposed.”
Walker has been charged with possession of cocaine, dealing in cocaine, trafficking cocaine, and conspiracy. A stop order has been issued against him at all ports of entry. He was granted $2.5 million bail, ordered to surrender his travel documents, and must report to the police three times weekly.
During the proceedings, the court was informed that the case file was only submitted shortly before the matter was called. Presiding Judge Sanchia Burrell voiced strong concern, describing the late submission of files in cases involving police officers as a recurring issue. She stressed that all individuals are equal before the law and warned against what appeared to be a developing pattern.
According to the allegations read in court, members of the Firearms and Narcotics Investigation Division (FNID), acting on intelligence, carried out an operation at a bar on Moore Street, Kingston 4. Lawmen reportedly began searching vehicles in the area, but Walker allegedly refused access to his blue Toyota Tacoma. Prosecutors said he told officers the vehicle could not be searched and later indicated that cocaine was inside.
The vehicle was subsequently seized and taken to FNID headquarters, where a search reportedly uncovered five parcels wrapped in masking tape, containing a white powdery substance. The drugs reportedly weighed just over 11 pounds, with an estimated value exceeding $5 million.
Walker’s attorney, Christopher Townsend, told the court that his client denies making the statements attributed to him and maintains his innocence. Counsel highlighted Walker’s 31 years of service and recent promotion to inspector, describing his record as unblemished and asserting that the defence intends to vigorously contest the charges.
The matter has been adjourned to March 23, 2026. Judge Burrell also ordered the prosecution to ensure the investigative file, including outstanding material, is fully completed and submitted by March 6.
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