Teen among two on rape charges

A teen was one of two persons who faced rape charges before Chief Magistrate, Ann McLennan yesterday.

Jameel Hakim, 17, is alleged to have raped a 21-year-old, at Kwakwani in May, this year. He was refused bail and the matter was adjourned to September 16, when it is to be heard at the Kwakwani Magistrate’s Court.

Meanwhile, David Alexander was accused of sexually penetrating a minor on February 24, 2015, at Six Miles, Arakaka. He was remanded to prison until September 23.