Saint Lucia’s Forensic Lab
Almost two million dollars worth of equipment from the Forensic Lab is sitting in the building at Tapion without any maintenance, according to Former Director Yannis Charles.
Charles is reported in the media saying that she is concerned about the facility because it is unmanned, noting that the equipment may have or are in the process of starting to rot.
She said this is based on the nature of the equipment and the fluctuations in electricity frequently being experienced in St. Lucia and with no staff present to check.
According to her, all equipment is sensitive to changes in temperature and humidity.
She said it would not be surprising if this process has started, as a result of the accumulation of moisture.
Charles also revealed that the insurance coverage for the building and equipment expired in June 2015.
She also pointed out that the relationships with suppliers and service providers have been damaged, as a result of outstanding invoices not having been paid and contracts have not being honored.
Charles who is a trained forensic scientist served as director of the lab from 2009 to 2015.
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