An inspector connected to the Counter-Terrorism and Organised Crime Investigations Department (CTOC) is dealing with a number of drug-related costs following a January 8 operation in downtown Kingston, as particulars emerged throughout a case administration listening to on Wednesday.
The accused, 51-year-old Martin Walker, appeared within the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Courtroom, the place prosecutors outlined allegations that he tried to forestall a search of his car throughout a police operation, reportedly indicating that cocaine was inside and suggesting that conducting the search would trigger individuals to be “uncovered.”
Walker has been charged with possession of cocaine, dealing in cocaine, trafficking cocaine, and conspiracy. A cease order has been issued towards him in any respect ports of entry. He was granted $2.5 million bail, ordered to give up his journey paperwork, and should report back to the police thrice weekly.
Through the proceedings, the court docket was knowledgeable that the case file was solely submitted shortly earlier than the matter was referred to as. Presiding Choose Sanchia Burrell voiced robust concern, describing the late submission of information in circumstances involving cops as a recurring situation. She harassed that each one people are equal earlier than the regulation and warned towards what seemed to be a growing sample.
In line with the allegations learn in court docket, members of the Firearms and Narcotics Investigation Division (FNID), performing on intelligence, carried out an operation at a bar on Moore Avenue, Kingston 4. Lawmen reportedly started looking out automobiles within the space, however Walker allegedly refused entry to his blue Toyota Tacoma. Prosecutors mentioned he instructed officers the car couldn’t be searched and later indicated that cocaine was inside.
The car was subsequently seized and brought to FNID headquarters, the place a search reportedly uncovered 5 parcels wrapped in masking tape, containing a white powdery substance. The medication reportedly weighed simply over 11 kilos, with an estimated worth exceeding $5 million.
Walker’s lawyer, Christopher Townsend, instructed the court docket that his shopper denies making the statements attributed to him and maintains his innocence. Counsel highlighted Walker’s 31 years of service and up to date promotion to inspector, describing his file as unblemished and asserting that the defence intends to vigorously contest the fees.
The matter has been adjourned to March 23, 2026. Choose Burrell additionally ordered the prosecution to make sure the investigative file, together with excellent materials, is absolutely accomplished and submitted by March 6.
