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Glen Resident Charged with Isaiah’s Murder 

26 January 2025
This content originally appeared on One News SVG.
Murder accused – Kamal Ballantyne.

By Admin. Updated 11:38 p.m., Sunday, January 26, 2025, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4). 

Police have described the arrest and charging of 23-year-old mechanic Kamal Ballantyne from Glen on January 26, as “a significant breakthrough” in connection with the offenses of murder and attempted murder.

In a January 26 press release, the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) said “Ballantyne is accused of causing the death of 23-year-old Isaiah Antrobus, a baker of Kingstown Park, with malice aforethought at Glen on December 15, 2024. In addition, he has been charged with the attempted murder of 13-year-old student, who was shot in the arm also on December 15, 2024”.

“This arrest follows Ballantyne’s previous apprehension on December 18, 2024, when he and three other men were arrested after police intercepted a silver motor vehicle in Glen Hill and discovered a black Taurus 9mm pistol and a quantity of 9mm ammunition. Subsequent searches at the suspects’ residences led to the discovery of a prohibited AR-15 rifle and a substantial quantity of 5.56mm NATO ammunition. Ballantyne and his co-accused were charged with possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, and their case remains before the Serious Offences Court,” police said.

“This arrest marks a major victory for RSVGPF, as police have been actively investigating this and other homicides with unwavering resolve. The RSVGPF remains devoted to pursuing those responsible for violent crimes and ensuring that justice is served,” police said in the press release.

Police said Ballantyne is expected to appear before the Serious Offences Court on January 27, 2025 for arraignment. He is not expected to enter a plea.

The RSVGPF said it extends its gratitude to members of the public who have provided information to assist in this and other investigations. The police encourage anyone with relevant details to come forward, as public cooperation remains vital in the fight against crime.

Persons with information can contact Police Control at +1 (784) 457-1211, Police Emergency at 911 / 999, the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) / Major Crimes Unit at +1 (784) 456-1810, and Public Relations and Complaints Department at +1 (784) 485-6891.  

All information will be treated with the strictest confidentiality, the RSVGPF said.