A most questionable charge

Dec 12, 2012 Letters

Dear Editor,
I write with respect to the recent state of affairs involving Romel Bollers, particularly the allegations that he committed a robbery on December 3, 2012. I am not sure what time it is alleged that Mr. Bollers was out committing the robbery Ms. Bacchus alleged, however, Mr. Bollers was on the telephone with me long distance for approximately 50 minutes on the evening of December 3, 2012.
I put this out there because from the conversation I had with Mr. Bollers, his concerns on December 3, 2012 were about the preliminary inquiry, his injuries, the after effect of the injuries sustained and his very future given the high profile the case is in public’s eye.
Mr. Bollers complained about intolerable pains sometimes, particularly in the evening in the area where he was shot. I suggested that he speak to the relevant authorities to possibly get an MRI rule out any serious damage.
On another front, Mr. Bollers is the witness (as well as victim) of a serious crime alleged to have been committed by agents of the state (police officers), some of whom are still outstanding and are on the Interpol List of Most Wanted Persons, the state should have taken all in its power to ensure that it is able and willing to ensure Romel Bollers well being is taken care of including his medical needs, transportation to and from court etc.
That seems appropriate in building trust and confidence in our system of justice and ensuring that victims and witnesses are not intimidated or otherwise dissuaded from giving evidence in serious criminal matters.
I am not prejudging any judicial outcome in any of the two incident but the robbery charge on the eve of his cross-examination appears strange/suspect to me.
Selwyn A. Pieters, B.A., LL.B., L.E.C.
Lawyer & Notary Public
Toronto, Ont. M5C 2J6

Discover more from Kaieteur News

Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

Latest News