Ricarrdo McKenzie gets 1 year and 8 months for a gun and ammo
By Zaya Williams
Riccardo McKenzie, a 28-year-old Jamaican citizen, has been sentenced to one year and eight months in prison in Antigua after pleading guilty to illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition.
On Monday authorities discovered a loaded 9mm automatic pistol and seven rounds of matching ammunition in plain sight in a vehicle McKenzie was traveling in.
He was accompanied by O’Neil Swaby, a 34-year-old fellow Jamaican national.
Both men were initially arrested and charged. However, McKenzie took the blame.
However, Swaby did not escape consequences. He was deported from Antigua the day following the arrest.
This story was first published by Antigua News on : antigua.news/2024/08/23/ricarrdo-mckenzie-gets-1-year-and-8-months-for-a-gun-and-ammo. © 2024 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
Cedar Grove Primary Receives 20 Chess Sets to Support After-Class Learning
Lady Sandra Williams and Lady Mahasen Hadeed support the school’s Chess Club and explore further practical assistance.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Kyjah Grayman Named Overall Reader at St. Philip South Reading Competition
Ten children showcased their reading skills at Freetown Primary School in an initiative promoting literacy, confidence and parental involvement.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Cabinet Urges Butterfield and CIBC to Protect Workers’ Rights in Proposed Acquisition
Government calls for clarity on the transaction’s structure amid employee concerns over severance entitlements and continued employment.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Browne Calls for Climate Justice and Fairer Financing at Global Citizen NOW Summit in Australia
Prime Minister urges international action to help small island states escape costly disaster debt and invest in renewable energy.
By Shermain Bique-Charles

Comments (6)
Anonymous August 23, 2024, 1:23 PM
Faithful national August 23, 2024, 1:24 PM
Anonymous August 23, 2024, 2:21 PM
Uni August 23, 2024, 4:07 PM
Oneal August 23, 2024, 4:10 PM
Inijah August 23, 2024, 4:09 PM