On April 16th April 2019, Mr. Hapgood was re- arrested charged. He was then taken to the Magistrate Court on the 17th April 2019 where bail was denied, and he was remanded to Her Majesty’s Prison until August 22th 2019. On the same date Counsel for Mr. Hapgood made an application to The High Court Judge for consideration for the granting of bail to Mr. Hapgood. Counsel for the defendant was successful in his application which resulted in Mr. Hapgood being granted bail in the sum of $200,000.00 EC dollars to appear in court on August 22nd 2019.

The RAPF has executed their function and likewise both courts adjudicated over the matter. This matter is now before a competent court and the law should be allowed to take its course without interference. I am aware that members of the public have different views on the issue and you are entitled to your respective views and I respect your views, I also respect your fundamental rights of freedom of expression, all i am asking Is that you do not say or do anything that can jeopardize the case and let the process take its course.

I sincerely thank the general public for you their corporation thus far.

Elliott Forbes
Commissioner of Police (ag)

The standards that need to be met and what goes into the analysis at each stage.

The Police arrest, carry out the investigation to a defined investigative model, the case file building and charging if the evidence supports that a crime has been committed.

The Courts deal with bail and there is a presumption in favour of a grant of bail. At all times until convicted there is the presumption of innocence.

The Attorney General Chambers or Police Prosecutors put the police case before the courts and defence lawyers defend the accused.

There is also the need for High Court cases to avoid tainting a jury pool in a small society, hence the need for Police and Prosecution to be discrete in what they disclose to the public when matters arise.

It is in everybody’s interest that the authorities act within the law and that we seek justice for victims and those who are accused of crimes are dealt with fairly in all cases. Justice can only be served when a guilty man is convicted and an innocent man is not, and that is decided before the Court and were the rules of evidence and law preside and not in social media where there are no rules

Mr Paul Morrison
Commissioner of Police
Royal Anguilla Police Force

Further The RAPF would like to inform the general public that they in no way are associated with or condone any racial or prejudicial statements or innuendos being circulated on social media as a result of the said incident and ask that person stop posting such material on the RAPF Facebook Page.

If you do not then we will consider if these amounts to breaches of the law and act accordingly. We respect your right to express yourself but this must be done with due regard to good conduct, public order and the constitution. As published in the RAPF’s policing Strategy, the RAPF upholds its core values which respect race and diversity. As such the RAPF would like to urge the general public to desist from making such statement which can ultimately negatively affect the amicable environment which we proudly call tranquility wrapped in blue.

Randy Dick B.Sc.
Public Media Relations Officer
Royal Anguilla Police Force

1.The road east of the gas station up to the former “On Da Rocks” Bar. will be blocked on both days to vehicular traffic from 9:30am and 11:am respectively, until 1:00am.

2.The Keys Road would be the diversion route for all motorist not attending the event.

3. There should be no double parking on the Island Harbour or The Keys Main Road.

4. There would designated parking on the grounds of the Vivian Vanterpool Primary School and the St. Andrew’s Anglican Church.

All motorist are asked to adhere to all road signs and instructions given by members of the Royal Anguilla Police Force. The Royal Anguilla Police Force wishes all a Safe and Happy Easter.

Randy Dick B.Sc.
Public Media Relations Officer
Royal Anguilla Police Force

b) There is a presumption of innocence until proven guilty;

c) Nothing would be stated or published which would prejudice a fair trial taking place; and

d) Section 115(g) of the Criminal Code applies and which provides for an offence in respect of any person who, while a judicial proceeding is pending, makes use of any speech or writing misrepresenting such proceeding or capable of prejudicing any person in favor of or against any parties to such proceeding, or calculated to lower the authority of any person before whom the proceeding is to be held.

Randy Dick B.Sc.
Public Media Relations Officer
Royal Anguilla Police Force

A pathologist will arrive in Anguilla on 15th April 2019 and will carry out an autopsy to determine the cause of death.
Both the Acting Governor and the RAPF would like to express their sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased and all those who are affected by this incident.

A further statement will be issued by the RAPF in due course.

Randy Dick B.Sc.
Public Media Relations Officer
Royal Anguilla Police Force

His conditions of bail are:

• Report to The Valley Police Station every Wednesday and Friday between the hours of 6:00 am and 6: 00pm.

• Surrender all travel documents to be held at The Valley Police Station.

The RAPF would like to remind the public that:

a) The defendant is entitled to a fair trial;

b) There is a presumption of innocence until proven guilty;

c) Nothing would be stated or published which would prejudice a fair trial taking place; and

d) Section 115(g) of the Criminal Code applies and which provides for an offence in respect of any person who, while a judicial proceeding is pending, makes use of any speech or writing misrepresenting such proceeding or capable of prejudicing any person in favor of or against any parties to such proceeding, or calculated to lower the authority of any person before whom the proceeding is to be held.

Randy Dick B.Sc.
Public Media Relations Officer
Royal Anguilla Police Force

His conditions of bail are:

• Report to The Valley Police Station every Wednesday and Friday between the hours of 6:00 am and 6:00 pm.

• To have no contact with the virtual complainant.

• To surrender all travel documents forthwith, and not to leave Anguilla by any means without the courts’ permission.

• Be of good behavior and keep the peace.

The RAPF would like to remind the public that:

a) The defendant is entitled to a fair trial;

b) There is a presumption of innocence until proven guilty;

c) Nothing would be stated or published which would prejudice a fair trial taking place; and

d) Section 115(g) of the Criminal Code applies and which provides for an offence in respect of any person who, while a judicial proceeding is pending, makes use of any speech or writing misrepresenting such proceeding or capable of prejudicing any person in favor of or against any parties to such proceeding, or calculated to lower the authority of any person before whom the proceeding is to be held.

Randy Dick B.Sc.
Public Media Relations Officer
Royal Anguilla Police Force

His conditions of bail are:

• Report to The Valley Police Station every Wednesday and Friday between the hours of 6:00 am and 6:00 pm.

• To have no contact with the virtual complainant.

• To surrender all travel documents forthwith, and not to leave Anguilla by any means without the courts’ permission.

• Be of good behavior and keep the peace.

The RAPF would like to remind the public that:

a) The defendant is entitled to a fair trial;

b) There is a presumption of innocence until proven guilty;

c) Nothing would be stated or published which would prejudice a fair trial taking place; and

d) Section 115(g) of the Criminal Code applies and which provides for an offence in respect of any person who, while a judicial proceeding is pending, makes use of any speech or writing misrepresenting such proceeding or capable of prejudicing any person in favor of or against any parties to such proceeding, or calculated to lower the authority of any person before whom the proceeding is to be held.

Randy Dick B.Sc.
Public Media Relations Officer
Royal Anguilla Police Force

His conditions of bail are:

• To surrender all travel documents forthwith and not to leave the island of Anguilla by any means without the court’s permission

• Report to The Valley Police Station every Wednesday and Friday between the hours of 6:00 am and 6:00 pm.

• To have no contact with the virtual complainant.

• Surrender all travel documents, which will be kept at The Valley Police Station.

The RAPF would like to remind the public that:

a) The defendant is entitled to a fair trial;

b) There is a presumption of innocence until proven guilty;

c) Nothing would be stated or published which would prejudice a fair trial taking place; and

d) Section 115(g) of the Criminal Code applies and which provides for an offence in respect of any person who, while a judicial proceeding is pending, makes use of any speech or writing misrepresenting such proceeding or capable of prejudicing any person in favor of or against any parties to such proceeding, or calculated to lower the authority of any person before whom the proceeding is to be held.

Randy Dick B.Sc.
Public Media Relations Officer
Royal Anguilla Police Force

The sole legally authorized Spanish Lottery in Anguilla is operated by Madroka, and there are 3 authorized outlets which are located at:

• The Caribbean Commercial Complex

• The Quarter

• Stoney Ground, at the entrance of the road leading to The General Hospital.

There are also 10 authorized mobile agents conducting sales on behalf of Anguilla Lottery operated by Madroka. These agents will be at various locations, and will be in possession of an identification card authorizing them to conduct business on behalf of Madroka. The names and locations of these agent are as follows:

Julio Derrick The Quarter Next to Gadget City

Turvino Morris Hodge South Hill Bar after Derick Romney Bar

Maria Victoria Felix George Hill George Hill

Alberto Carty Rey Hill Island Harbour – Building next to the old Chinese

Eduviges Carter South Hill Long Bay (Stanford Fleming)

Yubelkys Cruz Charles Blowing Point Green and White house next to Coconos Restaurant

Wendy Miguelina / Brasoban Felix Blowing Point Small Building before Blues Gas Station

Rosana De la Rosa Flores Long Bay Rumba Bar – South Hill

Lourdes Altagarcia Hughes Blowing Point Lives behind bar after Derrick Romney Bar

Aleida Felix Rondon Blowing Point Restaurant next to Blues Gas Station

Persons engaging, facilitating or supporting any Spanish lottery in Anguilla, other than the ones operated by Madroka, are ask to cease and desist from such activity immediately. Any activities in contravention of this warning will be deemed as a direct commission of an offence and will be dealt with in a prescribed manner. Please be guided accordingly.

Randy Dick, B.Sc.
Public Media Relations Officer
Royal Anguilla Police Force

. Mr. Thomas appeared before the Magistrate Court on Friday 15th March 2019 and was granted bail in the sum of $12.000, and is due to re appear in court on 19th May 2019.

His condition of bail is;

To surrender all travel documents forthwith, and not to leave Anguilla by any means without the courts’ permission.

The RAPF would like to remind the public that:

a) The defendant is entitled to a fair trial;

b) There is a presumption of innocence until proven guilty;

c) Nothing would be stated or published which would prejudice a fair trial taking place; and

d) Section 115(g) of the Criminal Code applies and which provides for an offence in respect of any person who, while a judicial proceeding is pending, makes use of any speech or writing misrepresenting such proceeding or capable of prejudicing any person in favor of or against any parties to such proceeding, or calculated to lower the authority of any person before whom the proceeding is to be held.

Randy Dick B.Sc.
Public Media Relations Officer
Royal Anguilla Police Force