St Ann’s Bay Mayor Michael Belnavis and a man accused of attacking him with a machete have reached a settlement through mediation, bringing an end to their court dispute.
The agreement was reached in the St Mary Parish Court on Monday, November 9, 2026, before Parish Judge Nicole Kellier.
The accused, Chad Thomas, of Ramble in Oracabessa, St Mary, agreed to undergo counselling and stay away from the mayor’s property in Boscobel and its surrounding area.
Belnavis reportedly did not seek financial compensation or damages as part of the settlement.
The case stemmed from an incident on January 20, 2025, when the mayor reportedly visited his property in Boscobel at approximately 11 p.m. and discovered a man inside the building.
According to police reports, Belnavis instructed the man to leave, but an altercation developed during which the mayor was allegedly attacked with a machete.
Belnavis sustained injuries to his head and hands, while Thomas was shot and injured during the confrontation.
Thomas was subsequently charged with housebreaking, wounding with intent and malicious destruction of property.
He was granted bail in the sum of $300,000 in April 2026.
Defence attorney Charles Ganga-Singh was involved in the mediation process, which resulted in the agreement between the two parties.
The settlement brings a resolution to a case that attracted public attention following the violent confrontation involving the St Ann’s Bay mayor.
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