(BVI Platinum News) – The matter against Guyanese, Dwaine Pearce could not be proceeded with yesterday because the investigating officer failed to send a prepared file to the Director of Public Prosecutions office.
Crown Counsel Sarah Benjamin told the court that even after receiving instructions to get the file to the office, a complete file is yet to reach the office’s desk.
Pearce, who is represented by Herbert McKenzie, is charged with attempted theft and criminal damage in relation to two separate incidents where First Caribbean Bank’s security camera was damaged and Banco Popular´s night deposit machine was also damaged in March.
The matter was then set for July 16, for the file to be completed.
In relation to the Banco Popular incident, initial information had indicated that one or more persons tried to gain entry into the night deposit machine, but from all appearance, the attempt failed.
Following the incident, Head of the Crime Prevention Unit Inspector Patrick Harewood had confirmed that no money was taken. Police have been appealing to residents and business owners to be vigilant when it comes to handling and securing personal property and money.
The Crime Prevention Unit is providing security surveys or inspections for a number of businesses in order to help business owners better protect property and personal belongings.
Topping the list of suggestions is to mark valuable pieces of electronic equipment, particularly laptop computers and cellular phones, to help in identification in the event of burglary, robbery or theft.
This marking service is offered free of charge at the Road Town Police Station.
