LICENSED FIREARM HOLDER CHARGED IN SPANISH TOWN, ST. CATHERINE

Forty-six-year-old Rogroy Moody, an accountant of Jasmine Drive, Green Village Country Club, St. Catherine, has been charged with Assault at Common Law and Exposing a Firearm in a Public Place following an incident in the community on Monday, January 12.

Reports from the Spanish Town are that at about 5:20 p.m., a dispute arose between Moody and the complainant over garbage at a premises. During the altercation, Moody allegedly removed his licensed firearm and proceeded from his yard onto the main thoroughfare, advancing toward the complainant in a menacing manner. The complainant, fearing for his life, retreated and later reported the matter.

Moody was arrested and taken into custody; his firearm was seized and was formally charged following a caution statement.

His court date is being finalised.