Attorney Ronald Daniels has issued a statement in response to a recent release from the Guyana Police Force, criticizing what he describes as an “unjustifiable and unfortunate attack” against Magistrate Faith McGusty. Daniels represents the accused in a case involving serious charges and expressed concerns over the police’s motives.
In his statement, Daniels acknowledged the gravity of the incident, emphasizing his strong stance against violence and abuse towards women. He pointed out that the police provided the prosecutor with evidence used to object to bail, including alleged video recordings and a confession from the accused. However, Daniels disputed the existence of these videos, stating that the confession was coerced under duress, as the accused was threatened with the arrest of his wife and daughter.
He noted that during a court appearance, the prosecutor failed to produce the promised video evidence, shifting the narrative to the accused being seen in the vicinity of the crime. This change raised concerns for Daniels, who highlighted that the case’s outcome would hinge on the evidence presented at trial.
Daniels condemned the police’s public comments regarding Magistrate McGusty, suggesting that there may be deeper motives at play, especially in light of public pushback against her potential confirmation as Chief Magistrate. He urged the police to focus on improving their approach to handling domestic violence cases and to retract their statement against the magistrate.
In conclusion, Daniels called for an apology to Magistrate McGusty from the Guyana Police Force, emphasizing the need for respect for judicial integrity.
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