Yorks Man Charged in 2024 Murder at Asylum Night Club
The police have arrested 32-year-old Shalom Bailey from Yorks, charging him with the fatal shooting of 24-year-old Kevin Vaceannie and the attempted murder of Darien Rover from Cassada Gardens.
The event occurred on May 15, 2024, at the Asylum Night Club Bar and Restaurant, where Bailey allegedly fired shots at both men before fleeing. Vaceannie was pronounced dead at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, while Rover received treatment for his injuries.
Bailey has been arrested and charged with murder and attempted murder following police investigations. He is expected to appear in court today.
Shalom Bailey, along with co-defendent Jason Millette, recently had previous murder charges dropped, in connection with the death of Xavier Thomas, who was killed in Cedar Grove on August 18, 2017.
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda continues to prioritize public safety and accountability for violent crimes, urging the community to cooperate with law enforcement by sharing any helpful information.
This story was first published by Antigua News on July 25, 2025: antigua.news/2025/07/25/yorks-man-charged-in-2024-murder-at-asylum-night-club. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Orville Charles grew up in Potters Village, Antigua. After graduating from the University of Baltimore with a degree in Digital Communication, he spent years in the Social Work field, serving vulnerable populations and doing community outreach. He is an avid student of History, with many years of freelance experience in Multimedia.
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Comments (5)
Concerned Young Citizen July 25, 2025, 6:54 AM
Was evidence not available then?
Or did something conveniently “resurface” just in time to keep him in the system? I’m asking, respectfully but directly why the delay?
If the police had this case in hand all along, what caused the holdup in pressing charges? And if this is based on new evidence, the public deserves clarity not coincidence. Again, I’m not defending anyone. I’m just tired of the see-saw justice system. Either we have a solid case, or we have convenient timing. But the people watching aren’t blind.
Another concerned citizen July 25, 2025, 7:49 AM
Antiguan July 25, 2025, 8:13 AM
Amethisyah July 25, 2025, 8:15 AM
Informed citizen July 25, 2025, 10:09 PM