UPP Political Hopeful Wants Residents to Hold Gov’t Accountable for Crime
Attorney Wayne Benjamin Marsh is urging residents to demand accountability from the government and law enforcement regarding the rising crime and violence in Antigua and Barbuda.
The nation recently recorded its first homicide of the year, with the tragic shooting of Javaughn Williams from Old Road during a confrontation with another individual.
“We are facing a serious issue in Antigua and Barbuda. Instead of addressing the crime crisis head-on, our Prime Minister has suggested to the youth that they should dispose of their illegal firearms. Is this the type of leadership we expect?” Marsh expressed at a recent UPP meeting in St. Peter.
“Today marks January 2, 2025, and we are already grieving the loss of yet another Antiguan. It is often difficult to grasp the severity of the situation until it personally affects us,” he continued.
In 2024, the country experienced a surge in criminal activities, which saw a notable decline following the intervention of Prime Minister Gaston Browne and other officials.
“Every crime, whether it be murder, theft, robbery, or aggravated assault, is one too many, and we must always keep this in mind. Recently, there has been a rise in gun violence in Antigua and Barbuda, along with an increase in sexual assaults and altercations in our schools, particularly among our youth,” Marsh stated.
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