The case commonly referred to as “the Beach Case” has been adjourned once again, following proceedings this morning at the St John’s Magistrate’s Court.
Defence attorney Mr. Boing confirmed that he raised concerns before the magistrate regarding what he described as “certain defects” in the case file. However, the court decided to proceed with hearing witnesses before considering those issues.
“I pointed out to the court certain defects in the file,” Mr Boing explained. “The magistrate said that while those defects may exist, he would prefer to hear the witnesses, as their testimony could cure them. He will only rule on my submission after hearing the evidence.”
“I pointed out to the court certain defects in the file,” Mr Boing explained. “The magistrate said that while those defects may exist, he would prefer to hear the witnesses, as their testimony could cure them. He will only rule on my submission after hearing the evidence.”
The matter has been adjourned until 12 December 2025, when the prosecution—led by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions—is expected to present its witnesses and evidence.
Speaking outside the court, political commentator George Wehner, who has been closely following the case, expressed frustration at the repeated delays.
Wehner also reflected on broader issues of justice, referencing the Small Charges Act—a colonial-era law he argued was originally designed to control emancipated Africans after slavery.
“Those laws criminalised ordinary actions—like walking on a neighbour’s land or picketing,” he said. “Now, even after independence, we still use them to control the same people they were meant to oppress.”
“Those laws criminalised ordinary actions—like walking on a neighbour’s land or picketing,” he said. “Now, even after independence, we still use them to control the same people they were meant to oppress.”
The Beach Case—so named due to its alleged connection to an incident on a local beach—has attracted public attention for months, with supporters of the defendants calling for transparency and fairness in the proceedings.
The next hearing is scheduled for 12 December, when witnesses are expected to testify.
