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Repeat Offender Denied Bail After Allegedly Stealing from Tourist

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Repeat offender gets prison time for robbing tourist
Junior Emmanuel, charged in connection with theft, has been denied bail

A Gray’s Farm resident is back behind bars after being charged in connection with the theft of a tourist’s belongings.

Junior Emmanuel of Federation Road went before Senior Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel yesterday, but his bid for bail was turned down.

According to the allegations, Emmanuel stole a fanny pack from a visitor on Charles Henry Street on Saturday, November 29th. The pack reportedly held a UK passport, a Samsung A30 cellphone, and an undisclosed amount of US cash.

Senior Magistrate Emanuel declined to grant bail, citing the nature of the accusation involving a tourist, Emmanuel’s prior conviction for robbery with violence, and ongoing concerns for public safety. Junior had only been released from custody in June 2025.

The matter has been postponed and is expected to continue on March 4th, 2026.

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Comments (8)

  • Jol December 3, 2025, 2:35 PM

    Well i cant blame the magistrate for denying mr denied bail given his dirty criminal history and the nature of the crime. Protecting public safety should always come first.

  • Dark Chocolate December 3, 2025, 9:15 AM

    Angela Mejia still in jail….He and She can tumble

  • Lena December 2, 2025, 8:00 PM

    Bunch of rogues. Criminal facee. Criminal mind. So go to jail where the criminals are

  • Informed citizen December 2, 2025, 7:39 PM

    Tourism is vital for Antigua; acts like this hurt everyone. Justice seems to be taking its course

  • Tromos December 2, 2025, 6:29 PM

    Why does the media even report on these people as if to give them more fame

  • Apex Jones December 2, 2025, 6:05 PM

    Damn idiot

  • Karen December 2, 2025, 3:50 PM

    Just watch his face

  • Tromos December 2, 2025, 2:10 PM

    One day those thieves will learn but until then good to see examples being set…no bail

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