UNNATURAL DEATH – Chrishon Goodin
Police at District A Station are conducting investigations into a shooting which occurred about 11:00 p.m. on Thursday 16th October 2025 at Stafford Hill, Pinelands, St. Michael.
Initial investigations have shown that two assailants approached the area and discharged multiple gun shots, which struck a male who was sitting in the area.
He was transported in a private motor vehicle to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The deceased was identified by a relative as Chrishon Goodin, 21 years of #18 4th Avenue, North Wildey Close, St. Michael. Investigations are continuing into the matter.
We are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident or have any information that may assist us to please contact the Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1800-8477, Police Emergency at 211 or the District A Police Station at 430-7242 or 430-7246. Thank you for your cooperation.
CHARGED – Firearms and Ammunition
The Barbados Police Service (TBPS) Serious Organised Crime Unit (SOCU), has arrested and formally charged Christopher Donald Graham, 34 years, of #35 Golden Acres, St. Stephen’s Hill, Black Rock, St. Michael, for the following offences.
- Possession of Firearm – two (2) Counts October 7th 2025
- Possession of Ammunition (241) – October 7th 2025
Graham appeared before Magistrate Burke in the District ’A’ Traffic Court, on Monday 13th October 2025. He was not required to plead to the indictable offences and was remanded to the Barbados Prison service (Dodds). He is scheduled to reappear on Monday 10th November 2025.
Press Release: Javere Yard
The Barbados Police Service is seeking the assistance of the public in locating Javere Antonio Dillon Yarde alias ‘Big Head’ 29yrs who is wanted for questioning in connection with serious criminal matters.
Yarde, whose last known address is Block 2C Field Place, Bayville, St. Michael; is five feet five inches tall (5’5”), brown complexion and is slim built. He has a large head, small nose, round chin, small scar on his forehead and a long scar under his left eye. He has the letters ‘A.B.M’ tattooed to the front of his neck.
Javere Antonio Dillon Yarde is advised that he can present himself to the Hastings/Worthings Police Station accompanied by an attorney-at-law of his choice.
Any person, who may know the whereabouts of Javere Antonio Dillon Yarde, is asked to contact the Hastings/Worthings Police Station at telephone numbers 430-7608/430-7614, Police Emergency at 211, Crime Stoppers at 1 800-8477 or the nearest police station.
Members of the public are also reminded that it is a serious offence to harbour or assist wanted persons; any person caught committing this offence can be prosecuted.
Burglary Prevention Tips
Most burglaries are committed when the homes are left unattended. These culprits are mainly opportunists and they will take advantage of an easy target. Don’t make it easy for them.
- Install a deadbolt lock – Use deadbolt locks that are usually locked with a key from the outside and on the inside. The cyclinder should be pick resistant. Lock your doors every time you leave the house, even if you are leaving for just a few minutes during the day. The most popular times for residential burglaries are weekday daylight hours. In some of these burglaries, there is no forcible entry-someone forgot to lock the doors.
- Install solid doors – Outside doors should be metal or solid hardwood and at least 1¾ inches thick. Frames must be made of equally strong material and each door must fit its frame securely. A door chain and/or a peep hole can be considered.
- Homeowners should consider erecting gates to their garages – Keep garage doors closed and locked. Lock away securely all garden equipment, tools and ladders. Keep hedges low.
- Secure sliding doors and windows – Cut a broom handle to the length of the bottom track so that the window or door will not slide open when forced. Also, drill one hole through both casings and sliding window and insert a nail or pin. Ensure louvre windows are properly secured. For additional security at these windows, consider installing burglar bars.
- Secure sash windows – To prevent wooden sash windows from being pried open, drill a downward sloping hole into the top of the bottom window through and into the bottom of the top window and insert a pin or nail. To prevent aluminium sash windows from being broken into, purchase a track lock that blocks the window track. REMEMBER that insect mesh screeens are NOT intended as security for windows.
- Mark your property – Mark your valuables with an engraver. Marking your property serves as a deterrent to would-be burglars and it helps police in identifying, tracing and returning stolen property. Make a property identification list. Operation Identification is such a service offered by The Royal Barbados Police Force, free. Call your police station and make your request.
- Purchase a burglar alarm – A home alarm system can be a very effective burglary deterrent and fits into many people’s needs. Remember to test your system monthly.
- Use proper exterior lighting – Place a light over every door. Use good exterior lighting on each corner of the house, also light up windows. Leave lights on, close bedroom drapes and blinds.
- Work together with your neighbours – When you are going to be away, tell trusted neighbours and ask them to watch your property. When on vacation, have someone cut grass. Shrubbery should not hide neighbours’ view of windows or doors. Have someone pick up newspapers and mail. Tell neighbours to call police if they notice anything suspicious. Form or join a neighbourhood watch.
Vehicle Security Tips
Vehicle Security consists of three problems.
- The theft of vehicles
- The theft from within vehicles
- The theft of the component parts and accessories from vehicles
HELP THE POLICE TO HELP YOU
The problem of theft of and from motor vehicles is of concern to us in the force and should be to you motor vehicle owners. The police need your help and co-operation in beating the criminal. You can reduce the chances of having your vehicle stolen or broken into by following this advice.
How We can tackle these problems
- Always remove the ignition key, even if leaving your vehicle unattended for a short while.
- Close the windows, lock the doors and pocket the keys.
- Remove all valuable items from the vehicle. If not possible place them in the trunk out of sight.
- Always park where the vehicle can be seen. During hours of darkness, park your vehicle in a well-lighted area.
- Never hide a spare key under the sunvisor…….thieves know where to look.
- Fit the vehicle with an alarm system or immobiliser.
- Whenever you leave your vehicle, make sure the steering lock is engaged.
- Avoid parking too close to walls and high hedges, which criminals can hide behind.
What to do if your vehicle is stolen
- Notify the police department immediately.
Provide the police with the following information:
- Where the incident happened.
- Vehicle licence number.
- Vehicle identification number.
- Make and colour of vehicle.
- Don’t forget personal identification points such as dents, scratches, etc.
- Notify your insurance agent/company.
LOCK IT or LOSE IT
A lot of bicycles get stolen every year. Thieves like them because they are easy to sell. This information tells you how to stop someone taking your bicycle for a ride.
LOCK IT
- Always lock your bicycle when you leave it, even if you are just popping into a shop for a minute.
- When at home, lock your bicycle in a secure place.
- A good chain and lock would suffice but it is better to fit a steel D-shaped shackle lock.
- Whenever possible, you should lock your bicle to something solid like an utility pole or railings.
- If your wheels come off easily, remove the front wheel and lock it to the frame and back wheel, using a second lock if possible
The police recover a number of bicycles every year, but most of them have to be auctioned simply because there’s no way of knowing who the owners are. So have your bicycle marked by the police. This will help the police get it back to you if they find it.
