Moncherry
Incoming Commissioner of Police, Severin Moncherry, has warned citizens against vigilante justice, emphasizing that such acts are just as illegal and repugnant as any other crime.
Moncherry’s comments comes in light of a recent incident involving two men who was beaten by a group, after they were accused of allegedly attempting to rape a woman in Saltibus.
The police official reminded citizens that it is not right for them to take matters in their own hands.
He said that he would like to discourage such behavior, as people will be held responsible for their action.
Touching on the perceived slow pace of justice, Moncherry said there is nothing that the Force can do to expedite ongoing criminal cases after it has been placed with the judicial system.
Former Police Commissioner Vernon Francois had also warned citizens against this act, stating there is a due process in every matter and that must be followed regardless of the circumstances.
There have been a few incidents of vigilante justice in Saint Lucia over the past years.
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