A 27-year-old taxi operator from the parish of St Thomas has been charged with rape following an incident that occurred in the Orange Walk district, St Thomas, on Monday, May 13.
The accused, identified as Carlon Bowers, also known as ‘Wappy,’ hails from Dalvey district in St Thomas.
According to reports, around 11:00 am, the female victim boarded a taxi driven by Bowers. He allegedly diverted from the route, taking her to an isolated location where he sexually assaulted her.
The victim reported the incident to the police, leading to an investigation. Subsequently, Bowers was arrested and charged with rape, indecent assault, grievous sexual assault, and forcible abduction.

