Dear Editor,
Am I to believe that the Jamaican justice system is changing? Am I to believe that every citizen of this beautiful island must now know that the law is not selective, and if you do the crime you must do the time? If that is the case then I am shouting for joy!
Who knew that times like these would come? I am extremely happy that the justice system is proving to be impartial. I do believe that this culture of "bly" that is prevalent in our society must be abolished. I believe things work out better and easier when we all follow the correct procedures.
The latest case of James Forbes, former head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force's Community Safety and Security, is indeed a sad one. It is quite unfortunate that back in the 90s Forbes was seen as a prime example of what the JCF should be and today and now he is looking to be locked behind bars on corruption charges. Sad, sad, sad.
The latest case of James Forbes, former head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force's Community Safety and Security, is indeed a sad one. It is quite unfortunate that back in the 90s Forbes was seen as a prime example of what the JCF should be and today and now he is looking to be locked behind bars on corruption charges. Sad, sad, sad.
It must be hard on him knowing that he was trying to help a man who is free and he will be locked away. It must be hard for Forbes to look back at his decision. The issue could have been thrown away easily had Mr Bicknell paid his $2,000 fine. But no; he decided to deal with the issue his own way and now look at the end result.
Looking back, the Vybz Kartel case is no different. He is now locked away for a very long time over two missing "shoes". Now what we have are two talented and outstanding individuals whose careers have just gone down the drain. What a waste!
Well, in spite of the sadness, life goes on. I really hope the Jamaican justice system keeps proving that no matter who you are, if you are wrong, then you must face the consequences. I hope these two cases are a wake-up call for every citizen of this country, regardless of who you are. I'm hoping that one day the corrupt politicians and police officers will all be locked away, too.
Keon Walker
keyon87@yahoo.com
Are we now seeing an impartial justice system?
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Am I to believe that the Jamaican justice system is changing? Am I to believe that every citizen of this beautiful island must now know that the law is not selective, and if you do the crime you must do the time? If that is the case then I am shouting for joy!
Who knew that times like these would come? I am extremely happy that the justice system is proving to be impartial. I do believe that this culture of "bly" that is prevalent in our society must be abolished. I believe things work out better and easier when we all follow the correct procedures.
The latest case of James Forbes, former head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force's Community Safety and Security, is indeed a sad one. It is quite unfortunate that back in the 90s Forbes was seen as a prime example of what the JCF should be and today and now he is looking to be locked behind bars on corruption charges. Sad, sad, sad.
The latest case of James Forbes, former head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force's Community Safety and Security, is indeed a sad one. It is quite unfortunate that back in the 90s Forbes was seen as a prime example of what the JCF should be and today and now he is looking to be locked behind bars on corruption charges. Sad, sad, sad.
It must be hard on him knowing that he was trying to help a man who is free and he will be locked away. It must be hard for Forbes to look back at his decision. The issue could have been thrown away easily had Mr Bicknell paid his $2,000 fine. But no; he decided to deal with the issue his own way and now look at the end result.
Looking back, the Vybz Kartel case is no different. He is now locked away for a very long time over two missing "shoes". Now what we have are two talented and outstanding individuals whose careers have just gone down the drain. What a waste!
Well, in spite of the sadness, life goes on. I really hope the Jamaican justice system keeps proving that no matter who you are, if you are wrong, then you must face the consequences. I hope these two cases are a wake-up call for every citizen of this country, regardless of who you are. I'm hoping that one day the corrupt politicians and police officers will all be locked away, too.
Keon Walker
keyon87@yahoo.com
Are we now seeing an impartial justice system?
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