Naderia James, a 19-year-old resident of Baramita, has been arrested and charged with murder following the death of 20-year-old Kevin Smith, a local Amerindian miner. The incident occurred on September 18, 2025, and James was charged by officers from the Baramita Police Station.
James appeared via Zoom at the Port Kaituma Magistrate Court on September 23, 2025, where the charge was read to her by Magistrate Rabindranauth Singh. She was not required to plead to the indictable offense and has been remanded to prison, with her next court date set for October 14, 2025.
Background Report:
According to investigations, the couple had been in a relationship and living together in a camp for approximately a year. On the day of the incident, James returned home after consuming alcohol to find Smith lying in his hammock. Upon noticing her, Smith allegedly attacked her with a cutlass, striking her on the shoulder and hand, which agitated James.
In response, she reportedly pulled out a handmade knife and stabbed Smith in the chest. Following the altercation, Smith stumbled out of the camp and collapsed in nearby bushes. James then fled the scene and went to the Baramita Police Station, where she provided a statement about the incident.
The case has drawn significant attention, highlighting issues of domestic violence and the tragic consequences that can arise.
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