ST CATHERINE, Jamaica — A 53-year-old man was acquitted of rape and assault charges in the St Catherine Circuit Court on Monday after a jury unanimously found him not guilty.
The trial began on September 21, with the man facing two counts of rape, two counts of forcible abduction and three counts of assault occasioning bodily harm.
The Crown set aside the forcible abduction charges, leaving the rape and assault counts for the jury to consider.
The six-member jury, comprising four women and two men, deliberated for nearly two hours before returning its verdict. Presiding judge Justice Yvonne Brown then told the man he was free to go.
Prosecutors had alleged that the man sexually assaulted the complainant using force and physically assaulted her on three occasions between October 2018 and December 2020.
A report to the Centre for Investigation of Sexual Offences and Child Abuse led to his arrest and subsequent charges.
The complainant expressed disbelief at the verdict.
Attorneys Jon Paul Hamilton and Earl Hamilton represented the man.
Advertise with McKoy’s News!
🚀 Boost Your Business with McKoy’s News! 🚀
Let us help you grow your brand with our comprehensive advertising solutions:
Create Your Own Business Page:
Showcase your business with a personalized page on McKoy’s News. Highlight your products or services with multiple photos, contact information, and detailed descriptions.
Engaging Banner Ads:
Capture attention with visually stunning banner ads that promote your brand across our website, reaching a large audience with every click.
Dynamic Video Ads:
Tell your story with impactful video advertisements, designed to engage viewers and drive traffic to your business.
Feature Articles:
Gain credibility and visibility with feature articles on McKoy’s News. Share your success stories, latest offerings, and expert insights with our readers.
Ready to Elevate Your Business?
Contact us today and let McKoy’s News be your partner in success.
Follow us on social media
Related posts:
Gunman Charged After Deadly Hill Avenue Shooting
Man Killed in Early Morning Police Shootout on Maiden Street, Kingston East
72-Year-Old St. James Man Charged with Arson Following House Fire in Pitfour
Alabama Executes Anthony Boyd Using Nitrogen Gas — Controversy Surrounds Method
845 Schools Reopen as Jamaica Recovers from Hurricane Melissa
Uzi Submachine Gun Seized in Kingston East Raid