By: Staff Writer
Vincentian born police officer who was on the run has been captured in Antigua and Barbuda.
Police Constable Elrick Julano Clarke is wanted for the alleged unlawful carnal knowledge of a 15-year-old girl. The alleged offence was committed in Charlestown, Nevis on October 15.
As per reports, he surrendered at the St. John’s Police Station around 1am yesterday, Thursday November 14th.
News outlets in Antigua stated reported that the suspect stated to police that he left St. Kitts twelve days ago via a boat and was dropped off at Redonda, where he remained for approximately ten days before getting a boat ride to Antigua.
A bulletin dated October 25 and issued by the National Joint Co-ordination Centre in Antigua advised the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda (RPFAB), the Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF), The Office of National Drug and Money Laundering Control Police (ONDCP), Immigration and Customs,
to be on the lookout for Elrick Julano Clarke and if sighted to be detained.
Unconfirmed reports indicate that Clarke could be returned to Nevis today, Friday, 15 November.