Man jailed for 8 months for stealing water pump days after getting away with stealing gum
By Zaya Williams
Just days after getting a slap on his wrist for stealing two packs of chewing gum, one man returned to court today for stealing again but was not so lucky.
Johnsons Village resident Jermain Julian was sentenced to 8 months imprisonment alongside Clare Hall man Voneal Valentine for stealing a water pump and a pressure tank worth $3000.
The pump was stolen from someone’s home in Sutherlands on June 22.
The owner noticed that the door to a room where the pump was being stored was pried open with a hard object and the item was no longer there.
He reported the matter to the police who reviewed the CCTV camera footage.
A few days later the police then went in search of the men who they subsequently apprehended and charged with larceny.
The two defendants admitted to the crime this morning and were immediately sentenced to spend the same amount of time in His Majesty’s Prison.
This story was first published by Antigua News on : antigua.news/2023/06/27/man-jailed-for-8-months-for-stealing-water-pump-days-after-getting-away-with-stealing-gum. © 2023 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

About the author
The Editorial Staff refers to all reporters employed by Antigua.news. When an article is not an original creation of Antigua.news—such as when it is based on a press release, other media articles, letters to the editor, or court decisions—one of our staff members is responsible for overseeing its publication.
Read our editorial standards and corrections policy. Spotted an error? Contact the newsroom.
More from Antigua and Barbuda
View section
Nicholas Leads APUA Delegation to Regional Water Conference
Discussions in Grenada focus on water security, climate resilience and sustainable utility services across the Caribbean.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Antigua and Barbuda to Host Caribbean Tourism Conference in 2027
Regional tourism leaders will gather from October 4–8 as the destination prepares to host CTO’s flagship industry forum.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
National Health Insurance Could Become Reality by 2028 as Antigua and Barbuda Relaunches Universal Health Coverage Programme
Government advances plans for a National Health Insurance Programme aimed at making essential healthcare more accessible and affordable while reducing the financial burden on households.
By Cory Wayland
WATCH:Appeal for Information After Alleged Attempt to Snatch Necklace on All Saints Road
Circulating appeal says a man’s necklace broke and fell to the ground during the incident near the credit union.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Comments (1)
Teacher For Life June 28, 2023, 7:42 AM