Akeem Robinson : Accused gunman in CCTV footage to face St James Circuit Court on July 22 | News

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. July 22 accused gunman CCTV footage
2. St James Circuit Court hearing July 22

Tyrese Hunter, the St James man accused of the 2023 shooting death of 34-year-old vendor Akeem Robinson, will appear before the St James Circuit Court on July 22. Hunter, charged with murder, was remanded following a committal hearing. The case had stalled due to delays in adding video footage. Another defendant, Andeno Burnett, also involved in Robinson’s murder, was remanded for his case. Robinson, shot and killed in broad daylight in Montego Bay, was taken to the hospital where he died. The Montego Bay Criminal Investigation Bureau used CCTV to identify the perpetrator, leading to Hunter’s arrest. Burnett had previous firearm charges before Robinson’s killing.

Details of the St James Murder Case

In a shocking turn of events, the St James Circuit Court is set to hear the case of Tyrese Hunter, a man accused of the 2023 shooting death of vendor Akeem Robinson in Montego Bay. The incident, which was captured on CCTV footage, has sent shockwaves through the community.

First Appearance in Court

Tyrese Hunter, the prime suspect in Robinson’s murder, appeared before the St James Circuit Court on July 22. He was charged with murder and remanded in custody by presiding parish judge Natiesha Fairclough-Hylton.

During the committal hearing, Fairclough-Hylton informed Hunter that a prima facie case had been made against him based on the evidence presented. Hunter was then led out of the courtroom in handcuffs by police officers.

Progression of the Case

The case against Hunter had faced delays in the past due to the prosecution’s need to include video footage in the case file. However, with the completion of the committal bundle, the case is now set to proceed to trial.

Meanwhile, another defendant, Andeno Burnett, who was also linked to Robinson’s murder, had his case remanded to return before the court on May 9. The prosecution is awaiting crucial statements, including an eyewitness account, before proceeding with Burnett’s trial.

The Tragic Incident

Akeem Robinson, a vendor from St Elizabeth, met a tragic end on November 23, 2023, when he was shot and killed in broad daylight along Fustic Road in Montego Bay. The brazen attack took place in the afternoon, leaving the community in shock.

Robinson was sitting along the roadway when he was approached by a lone gunman on a motorcycle. The assailant fired a fatal shot at Robinson before fleeing the scene. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Robinson succumbed to his injuries.

Police Investigation and Arrest

Following Robinson’s murder, the Montego Bay Criminal Investigation Bureau launched a thorough probe using CCTV footage and canvassing techniques. This led to the arrest of Tyrese Hunter on December 4, 2023, with the suspected motorcycle used in the crime found in his possession.

Prior to his arrest in connection with Robinson’s murder, Hunter had been out on bail for a firearm charge in the Western Regional Gun Court. Similarly, Burnett, who was also arrested in relation to the murder, had a history of firearm and ammunition charges before the tragic incident.

Conclusion

The upcoming trial of Tyrese Hunter and Andeno Burnett will shed more light on the events surrounding Akeem Robinson’s senseless murder. The community awaits justice for the victim and closure for his loved ones as the legal process unfolds.

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