Walwyn cleared of ‘Breach of Trust’ charge
Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has been cleared of a charge for breach of trust by a public officer.
Walwyn faced the charge in 2022 concerning the controversial Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) perimeter wall project, which reportedly experienced significant cost overruns while he was serving as Education Minister.
In her ruling today, Senior Magistrate Tamia Richards determined that Walwyn had no case to answer and acquitted him of the charge. Former public officer Lorna Stevens, who was also implicated in the matter, was similarly acquitted.
Walwyn was represented by attorney-at-law Terrence Williams throughout the case.
This development marks the conclusion of a highly scrutinised case that has drawn public attention since its inception.
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The wigged one will stop bad mouthing him now
I bet that she tries to appeal! That is her standard response when she loses.
I endorse this verdict! Now can we get back to governing and righting the ship that is headed towards the reef?
One of the unfortunate realities of politics is that individuals who have not been indicted can still find themselves labeled as guilty by insinuation, with little to no support from the broader community. Instead, petty political squabbles take precedence over principles. I agree with Mr. Williams and have long argued that the Commission of Inquiry (COI) did not uncover any widespread or systemic corruption. What it revealed were lapses in oversight and instances of negligence—issues that warrant attention, but nothing like the sweeping accusations being pushed by those who clearly have an interest in taking control of the British Virgin Islands. And yes, they do have such ambitions; dismissing this as “gaslighting” only avoids a serious discussion of the stakes.
What’s particularly telling is the silence from Hon. Walwyn, who has not spoken out against the COI when it targets those on the other side of the political aisle. This kind of selective outrage only serves to divide us further, making it easier for external powers to exploit these divisions. History repeatedly shows that when people allow themselves to be fractured by internal disputes, they effectively hand over power to those waiting to capitalize on their disunity.
Interesting points of view. I agree with you here in that the COI did not find widespread corruption but rather “lapses in oversight and instances of negligence”.
Now, you noted:
“Walwyn, who has not spoken out against the COI when it targets those on the other side of the political aisle.”
Could you elaborate further. Specifically:
1. Do you think he should have spoken out relative to the COI while his case was pending in the courts?
2. Do you have any suggestions as to why he did not speak out and remained “silence”.
Just thinking out loud about this case and all that has transpired since the charge was leveled against this individual, I am of the opinion that perhaps it was best from a legal and political point of view to have not attack the COI either way, and remain silent as you allege while his case was being litigated in court where it rightfully belonged.
Now that the case has essentially being thrown out, if he chooses to speak out about the COI, perhaps this is the time to do so now that he has vindicated if you will.
I happened to like Magistrate Richards, and think she is a fair arbitrator of the law. If in her judgement there was a no case submission, I respect that.
At any rate, let me hear your thoughts on those two questions if you wish to engage in further dialogue. Thanks.
While I agree with you that legal counsel likely advised against commenting during litigation to avoid prejudicing the case, there remained an opportunity to address the broader principles of the Commission of Inquiry and highlight specifics concerning other representatives. However, the real issue seems to be rooted in a ‘no quarter’ mentality—where aiding the other side, even in principle, is seen as a avantageous to them. Hon. Walwyn, being a shrewd politician skilled in retail politics and ground-level strategy, likely took this course of action. It remains to be seen if he will comment further now that he has been vindicated .Still, the failure to present a unified front on the COI could have ultimately proven detrimental to all parties involved. It is largly in the rearview mirror at this point however the effects on the reputations of those accused will linger. In the political arena, accusations—regardless of their truth—often inflict more lasting harm than the alleged offenses themselves . I only hope that the COI experience has a established a road map on how to navigate any future investigations – as a united Territory regardless of political affiliation.
First, thanks for following up.
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“I only hope that the COI experience has a established a road map on how to navigate any future investigations – as a united Territory regardless of political affiliation.”
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Agreed. I have some views about the entire process which was not pretty that leaves the door open to criticism of the inquiry itself and some of those who went before the commission; however, I will let sleeping dogs lie. I trust that as a country we would simply do better.
Again thanks for your follow-up.
THE WITCH HUNT DID NOT WORK AND THE SNARE THEY SET FOR MYRON SURE AS HELZ DID NOT WORK. I HAVE SAID IT AND I WILL SAY IT AGAIN, MYRON IS THE ONLY ONE THAT HAS THE EXPERIENCE, MORE THAN OVER QUALIFIED AND THE CAPABILITY TO BE PREMIER.
Leave it to the USA to get things right. Any cases here is just for the news then you’re free to go.
Imagine independence when every killer and drug runner gets off scotch free.
Wild place mehson
Even when you get convicted for gun crimes is a tap on the risk or bail every minute
People like you are dangerous to our democracy. You pretend to love what is fair and right but you actually only accept something as such if it’s injurious to people. If the magistrate ruled that there is no case to answer then there is none. She knows the allegations made and she knows the law. You know neither of the two I’m sure but calling for people to be locked up. You think you’re helping but you are not. Fairness is not based on individual feelings.
Bravo! Great to hear, because I couldn’t understand how the school principal who went to Myron as education minister which was his capacity at the time to stop dope pushers arm with guns from coming on the school compound to sell crack cocaine to the future generations which prompted Myron to act with haste with many hands and man power to fence that school perimeter, which got fahie boys and them angry that they can’t juggle on the compound anymore so the did a number on Myron for stopping their cash flow from the drug trade.
Some of us still are living in antiquity. Wehave failed to understand that colonialism had its run and so toowill neocolonialism. Get overit. It is time to move on@UK will win because,…..
READ THE POST. reading is fundamental
Happy for the brother. At the end of the day, we are one, despite the daily efforts by wyr brts. to devide us.
YOU ARE AN EVIL INDIVIDUAL , THE SAME UK , THAT YOU HAVE BEEN WRITING AND BLOGGING YOUR RACIST NARRATIVES ON DAILY , NOW YOU PLAYING A GRASSHOPPER , YOU SHOULD BE WITH YOUR HERO IN MIAMI , THE WALL – THE WALL WAS LIKE LIKE A CHORUS FOR YOU , WE HOPE ONE DAY THE REAL TRUTH WILL COME TO LIGHT ON WHAT ROLE YOU AND YOUR HERO PLAYED IN THAT ” WALL ” FIASCO , THE MAN WAS LOOKING OUT FOR THE BEST INTEREST FOR THE YOURS OF THE FUTURE AND YOU AND THE NOTORIOUS ( B I G ) , HAD OTHER PLANS , BUT GOD STEPPED IN , YOUR TURN WILL COME /\\_ ONLY ONE PERSON IS ” OMNIPOTENT ” WALWYN NEEDS TO EXPOSE YOU AND YOUR EVILNESS ( BUT AS YOU SAID ( THE UK WILL WIN) BECAUSE THEY ARE ON TO YOU , AND GIVING YOU ENOUGH ROPE FOR YOU TO HANG YOURSELF / YOO MUCH INNOCENT BLOOD HAVE BEED SHED , AND ALL THOSE WHO HAS BLOOD ON THEIR HANDS , WILL FEEL THE WRAUGHT OF THE ALMIGHTY GOD
call me the so called Wigged one , why? You are obsessed with J.W. He has outsmarted you at every junction and you have great resentment . But I caution that to practice schadenfreude is not a good thing.They say when you dig a hole for someone to dig 2 , 1 for the person and 1 for yourself. I am concerned about your health particularly High blood pressure and stroke.
The racist witch hunt by the uk police and mark collins will be over soon next to be free is Wade, esteemed, Najah and thomas
@Rubber Duck, lol you are actually J.W., look how all is revealed! I know now.
Tamia is a disgrace.
“Tamia is a disgrace”
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Why do you say this? Elaborate. Also, why do you disrespect her by calling her by her first name and not her professional title?
If she was a man, non local of a differing race, would you disrespect her similarly?
What you Evil people going to say further about Mr. Walwyn’s credibility? He got acquitted because he is a ISLAND MAN?
Great. Maybe now we can get the wall finished?