2nd Suspect arrested in connection with Belmont Triple Homicide 

By Admin. Updated 1:25 p.m., Monday, June 16, 2025, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).

Police have arrested a second suspect in connection with the triple homicide that occurred in Belmont on May 16.

Mr. Leon Andre John, 28, of Belmont, has been jointly charged with the triple homicide.

He joins murder-accused Kesroy Ryan, a 25-year-old laborer from Lowmans Leeward who was charged on May 24 in connection with the homicides.

Mr Ryan is facing six charges, namely three counts of murder and three counts of attempted murder.

Police are still searching for other suspects.

On 16 May 2025, masked gunmen entered a shop in Belmont operated by Ms. Leslyn Davis and “indiscriminately opened fire”. They killed Ms Davis, Mr Demeon Cumberbatch, and Mr Joel Browne, police said.

Two individuals, including a 7-year-old student, were also injured in the ordeal. They have since been discharged from the hospital.

Here are the full charges against Mr. John who was arrested on Sunday, June 15, 2025.

MURDER

With malice aforethought, caused the death of Leslyn Davis, a 68-year-old businesswoman of Belmont, by an unlawful act, to wit, by shooting her about her body with a gun.

-With malice aforethought, caused the death of Demeon Cumberbatch, a 38-year-old labourer of Belmont, by an unlawful act, to wit, by shooting him about his body with a gun.

-With malice aforethought, caused the death of Haynesly Browne, a 30-year-old labourer of Belmont, by an unlawful act, to wit, by shooting him about his body with a gun.

ATTEMPTED MURDER

With intent to commit the offence of murder on Haydon Ballantyne, a 60-year-old labourer of Belmont, did an act which is more than merely preparatory to the commission of the offence, to wit, by shooting him on his left foot with a gun.

With intent to commit the offence of murder on Celesta Davis, a 68-year-old chef of Belmont, did an act which is more than merely preparatory to the commission of the offence, to wit, by shooting at her with a gun.

-With intent to commit the offence of murder on Bon Abbott, a 56-year-old plumber of Belmont, did an act which is more than merely preparatory to the commission of the offence, to wit, by shooting at him with a gun.

All of the offences were committed in Belmont between 9:00 p.m. and 9:03 p.m. on May 16, 2025.

These latest developments were announced during a press briefing held at 9:00 a.m. today, Monday, June 16, 2025, in the Police Conference Room, and were formally delivered by the Commissioner of Police, Mr. Enville Williams.

Leon John was arraigned earlier today at the Serious Offences Court. Due to the indictable nature of the charges laid against him, he was not required to enter a plea. He was remanded into custody at His Majesty’s Prison until July 1, 2025, when a new date is expected to be set for the commencement of the preliminary inquiry.

The RSVGPF confirms that this matter remains active and under investigation, and further updates will be provided as they become available.

The RSVGPF extends thanks to all members of the public who have come forward with information and urges anyone with additional knowledge to contact:

Criminal Investigations Department (CID)/ Major Crimes Unit (MCU): (784) 456-1810
Police Control Room: (784) 457-1211
Police Emergency: 999 / 911

All tips will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Let us continue to work together to preserve law and order and ensure justice for all.

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