UPDATE: King’s bail varied to 40k cash; medical reasons cited
BVI News Staff - Tuesday, February 28th, 2012 at 9:54 AM
Leon King, who was arrested in January on money laundering-related charges, had his bail varied in the Magistrate’s Court yesterday, February 27.
The magistrate’s decision came following earnest pleas by Herbert McKenzie, the attorney of the 31-year-old boat captain from Cane Garden Bay. In the end the defendant was granted bail in the sum of $40,000 cash.
McKenzie told the court that his client was having a hard time coming up with the necessary funds to make the previous bail offer. The lawyer also presented a doctor’s letter which stated that his client would be taking an operation soon. McKenzie told the court that he believed remand might be a hindrance to certain aspects of his client’s operation.
Senior Crown Counsel Valston Graham pointed out that bail was at the discretion of the court, but he did object to the request made by McKenzie. Graham said a time was not specified in the doctor’s report and the prison has the facility and means to assist King in his pre and post-surgery recovery.
King was charged in relation to the $136,000 found in his boat and pleaded not guilty on January 27 to the charge of acquisition, possession or use of proceeds of criminal conduct.
He was granted $200,000 bail at that time, half of which was to be paid in cash.
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So sad my sweety in there
dnt Worry ur BEST bartentress got u when u come out in the “ROCK”.. an a CHERRY LOL>> Keep KEEPING ur head UP>>>LEON
Just sad…Leon a real cool cat! I know he’ll pull threw this. Sending love, respect and his fam!
Everybody will have something to say, I will just wait until more information is released because as far as I can tell, everything the police has on this young man is pure circumstancial evidence.
Don’t worry bout how easy it is for anyone to cough up 100k cash and 100k signed for Leon…Just watch and see what happens!!
Good for you son fight the good fight.
to dragon u better go clean up ur house ok i live right here on tola want some thing talk bout ur own family ok and leave my darm cuz out u never get in hot water if not u soon going get in hot water so watch ur self ok
LOL. Magistrate Tamia Richards is a mess.
As per her, “anyone who is found in possession of $136,000 and more in cash, has more money, and she is therefore ONLY asking for $100,000 cash.” Not a check but hard cash. Well, who would have thought she would be so tough. Good for her.
She sounds like my kind of magistrate who knows how to make a serious bargain. I would hate to be before her on child support issues. With that kind of thinking, I would be out of gas. LOL. Anyway, I like her toughness.
Yea, but look how easy it was for him to have someone fork up $100k plus sign another $100k surety for him. Wow, people here sitting on some real cheddar meh boy!!
we need our own money so america dont come and take back wat they lend we
Deman r u stay off my boi all r u who against him, wha I seeing here with r u, cuz the man ga stacks bigger dan r u house r u want hate on the man, can’t wait to come back tola, r u ain’t ge nttn on the man,
LMAO!! This is a joke right? “R u” WTF??
u aint going to do SH** for god sake grow da french door up and stop trying to play bad real bad man dont post things on crap on da internt like dis hmmm I TELLIN YO FBI looking at da links between Tola N Rock boi u smart
Who ever you are you sound like a perfect fool.
u all yalktola ppl need to go wash ur dirty clothes or clean up ur house and stop talk da is my family ok u all going on like u neaver do any thing worng in life one day u all who talking ass will b in wost than wa leon get in say something hmmmmmmm.
” rock mann and rock girl” is anyone supposed to understand what the heck you are writting??
Please go to school and get educated before you come back here.
u too the friggin word is writing. am i to understand what u just said to correct them? hmmm u ppl hilarious
Sweet heart you need to stop catching feelings….and go catch up with your grammar
Nothing in life is free. A lot of younger people are so greedy these days. The thing is that when you choose to do what is against the law you are on borrowed time because eventually you will get caught. Is it worth it? Not in my mind. I’d rather have my freedom, my family and my friends than bling and cars and anything flashy to show off to my fake friends who don’t give a damn about me. Thing is this guy was a captain. He could make a decent living running tourists around the islands. If he needed more income he could have gotten work at one of our many charter businesses. Dumb decision Leon! Hope the trade of the years in jail for the cut in the money you ran is worth it.
Good job RVIPF! Keep up the good work. There are more perps out there like poor Leon. And there is more work to do on this case. FOLLOW THE MONEY! What other asessets does Leon have? Where did they come from? How much money is hidden under his mattress? Who are his known associates? Let’s get some warrants and search all of their houses, cars, boats and planes. We can resolve the deficit in no time! We should cooperate with the DEA and export as many of these punks as they will take.
They named you IGNATIUS FOR REAL?
Verse
Can’t you guys see the cops are watching you, watching you
All the moves you make and the things you do,
things you do
And the judge keep on sentencing you’
Chorus
One by One
All thiefs,gun men,drug men
better watch out
One by One
Can’t you see someone is running their mouth
One by one
Ah this the new tune dat ah run the routh
One by one
Woohhh wooohhh Yeahh(Put the handcuffs on me)
Woohhh wooohhh Yeahh
Lol @ (Put the handcuffs on me) that’s funny
Wow… 136 Gran. Imagine that. That’s a lot of cash to be sailing around with in a little black bag. Here you have a 31 year old with a large sum of cash who apparently could not account for it nor bother to declare it.
Obviously based on the charge of Acquisition, Possession or Use of the Proceeds of Criminal Conduct, we can safely assume that criminal conduct in all likelihood involves illegal drugs, and this person was a courier of sorts. Additionally, it looks like law enforcement did not find any drugs in their possession, thus explaining the absence of any drug charges.
Which raises these questions: What was this guy thinking? Wasn’t he paying attention to the stepped up effort by law enforcement relative to this kind of crime? Wasn’t he paying attention when that big drug bust involving the DEA went down last year?
Right now, there are 5 men facing extradition to the U.S. in February for similar/related activities. I gather some people are rather bold, don’t think they will get caught, or simply don’t care. Well, the RVIPF seems to be sniffing them out one by one, and I say kudos to them for a job well done. It’s up to the Director of Public Prosecution to secure a conviction.
When I read these stores, it is indeed sad that so many young men are getting caught up in this kind of activity. Nevertheless, sadness aside, I hope they are prepared to do the time since it appears they have no fear committing the crime.
What is unfortunate about this incident? That he got caught breaking the laws of the land, and that he is being brought to account? Stups
@Slick Blak. What’s “unfortunate” about this guys actions? I think what is “unfortunate” is that there are too many people like yourself who condone criminal activity such as this. I am sure you will next say he made a mistake.
Keep smiling. I’m not.
So because I don’t rejoice in his plight means I condone his actions?
And is it not unfortunate the situation he is in? Smh you people.
@ Slick black,got of Ray’s case, he doesn’t have anything personal against the guy nor is he rejoicing that he was caught,he’s just speaking his mind and sharing his opinion about the situation, if the guy that was caught was into something illegal then he must be held accountable for his actions, the news says he is 31 not 13 so therefore he more than knows right from wrong, as do you,well i hope atleast,so stop looking blogging beef with Ray, and see the story for what it is..Keep smiling
@laughter if you only knew me you would know I don’t look beef…..especially on the blogs where the majority of cowards come on to live out fantasies…..I have CHEFS to cook my beef…I’m simply saying,judging by his words,I interpreted them as rejoicing…..that is just my opinion.
you must be a criminal yourself.
Gainfully employed my brother and working on more qualifications to enhance myself
Yes, indeed, very sad to see young people looking to take the easy way out. But sadder still that somehow as a society we seem to have neglected young people by not teaching them the lost value of hard work and diligence, and by not investing in education and in creating job opportunities. We, especially young people, don’t seem to appreciate how lucky we are.
Lastly, whatever punishment is meted out, it will not be anything like the punishment for a crime of this magnitude in the US, so Mr. King is indeed lucky in that respect, just as he is that it probably was not his money to lose in the first place.
It is not society fault it is his won….sometimes man have women in their lives that pressure them to get involved in these activities or he just felt like supplementing his income. But every decision he made trust was his own….he simply got caught and that’s that….But why should I laugh at him or join the hate party? I really do feel sorry for homeboy….he was trying a thing and it didn’t pan out….bummer
*own
this guy has made it plain on more than one occasion being in his presence when he made the comment he is not working for anyone. So i guess when you don’t work and you want money you will do whateva to get it. Unfortunately for most it involves illegal activity. Wasted talent. another one goin Balo cause i sure he not gon say how and what the money was for.
Why would he….he aint a retard like a certain Custom lady(and I use this term loosely)you get involved you get caught you shut your ass and take your charge. That is how it flows….
Thank you for the funds Leon, every penny seized through illegal activity that ends up in the public kitty helps! The sale of the boat will help add a little bulk to the public coffers too!
Rest assured the money will be put to good use. Perhaps more CCTV cameras strategically placed somewhere in Soper’s Hole ~ in your honour of course?
We will all be forever grateful for your contribution. Enjoy your stay at hotel Balo.
Well done RVIPF!
smh a next sanctimonious prick…….I wouldn’t do what this guy did unless that was my money. Madoff…Stanford ….Arthur Anderson and many more outstanding citizens have taken similar risk. Some will serve time forever, some for a stretch but one thing they all will tell you.BETTER TO HAVE A CHANCE TO LIVE LIKE KINGS THAN ON YOUR KNEES LIKE A SCHMUCK!
I really appreciate when guys like yourself open your mouths and speak because it truly gives me an opportunity to examine your brains and look for loose screws. Just in the event you were not aware, I luv collecting loose screws.
Specifically, it gives me and others an insight into your mindset, and what you are thinking when you dislike a post. If you think Madoff, Stanford or Arthur Anderson were “outstanding citizens” then I might just as well leave your loose screws just where I met them. They are simply too rusty. Have a nice day.
raaaaaaaaaaaay!!! haha BAM!
I leave you with this…”Bene vixit, qui bene latuit”……”He lives well who conceals himself well.”
And…Wise men should be like coffers with double bottoms:Which when others look into,being opened,they see not all that they hold.
Some day for sure you will have a reservation at Her Majestys Prison unless you seriously change your attitude, absolutely unbelievable, what a good citizen you are (NOT!)
Unfortunately the Father up above blessed me with a mind that works…I have been able to change my life so I wiill not be up to Balo……you guys definition of good citzens are the individuals who have lastname in the territory but on trial for all matters of pedophilia, embezzlement and other crap. So you could keep your good citizens label
And say UNFORTUNATE because I see the picture too clearly
And I’m pretty sure if your mother met me she would like me(ALOT!)
A simple and intleilegnt point, well made. Thanks!
Sigh.. Le what kinda mess you gone and get in? I hope you learn from this.
thy need to keep him in jail he is know good it is about time
They need to keep you in school the word you are looking for in “No” not “Know”.. Oh my God…LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LMAO!! And they will be first in line balling to Kedrick “Mahn dem doan wan give we no jawb”…wow!
Apparently this is what the esteemed Willis was tailkn’ ’bout.
Got damn you got to him first
hmmm iif he was outah yah uu couldnt have tell hiim that ehh..all ahu does wan doo is run ahu mouth but when ahu chance come ahu does be mum ehh.l….hmmmm….iits takes a no good person too know a no good person…not because he is my fam ii goiing talk ii going talk because ahu tolian need SHUT AHU MOUTH….{myy spelling is enternet spelling]
You need Sylvan, Hooked-on Phonics and Jesus all at the same time to save you. WOW!! And you think this is funny? By the way, what is ‘enternet’?? Hmm! Nobody is hating on Leon, I know Leon, I have nothing against him. I’m sure he knew what he was doing was risky and had to think about getting catch somewhere along his journey. He’s a big man, he made a choice, he was caught, and will now face the judge. Such is life!
The word you looking for is “is” not “in”.
I’ll await additional info before saying another word. Meanwhile, I’ll continue eating my oats.
ray i love you..well your mind at least lol u its either you slay me or you keep me on point.either way i look fwd to your comments:)
Thanks Empress-Lycan. As serious as I could be, I have a funny bone. Take care.
Don’t swallow ALL his seeds smh spit some out…..by the way Lycan you say? So do you look like one or do you have hair all over like one? Just a little curious
@ boss ……. money, drugs and gold may run your system, but you don’t speak for everybody, because they sure don’t run mine.
These dudes aint seeing whats going on here, either somebody is telling the cops whats going on after they make their move,or border patrol is really keeping an eye out on things,a lot of these caucasian men you see walking around here looking like tourists are cops, just walking and living amoung us, that’s no coincidence that the police met that guy there, they knew he was coming
You think it’s only white posing as tourists, nope i’m sure it has some black men involved, while the focus and attention is on the white men, the black under cover cops are the ones seeing and knowing.
The way how I see it is keep out of them things because you can’t work alone and you don’t know who to trust, because nowadays you don’t really know who’s who.
And I do believe that the prison here needs to get hardcore because they see it as a hotel stay basically, they need to make it so much so that when they’re time of release comes they won’t want to ever do anything again that would land them back there. And encourage the free birds to fly high and don’t end up in a cage like them.
Am not saying that they’re not black ones also, neither was I guessing when i made my comments,the most outside undercover here in the B.V.I are males of a different colur from ours, they are the ones that work with the blacks, I see them in action all the time, I see when they come, and i see when they go,ah mi fi tell yuh
lord what leon gone get heself in?
snitch…
Boss,
I know you’re trying to be funny, but if money and drugs is gonna run things under-ground like 6 ft, then we don’t need em. If he’s an honest businessman, then he would come through the proper channels, and declare his cash.
wat do u call honest oldskoole?dont u know the so call business people rob we 2?
kof kaf the man bringin in money to the country and police takin it how the peep money suppose to cycle if all the ppl gettin catch with money and drugs?? money drugs and gold run the system ppl
LISTEN TO YOU BOSS GET OFF YOUR SORRY LAZY ASSS AND WORK HARD ,FOR ONLY GOD IN HEAVEN KNOWS HOW MANY PERSONS LOST THEIR LIVES ALONG THE WAY BEFORE THIS MONEY GOT HERE TO THE BVI
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