St James man granted bail on assault and theft charges

A St James man has been granted $7 000 bail after appearing in court on charges of assault and theft, involving items valued at nearly $9 000.

Dwayne Marlon Alexcio Drakes, a 42-year-old maintenance man, of Denny’s Road, Thorpes, St James, is accused of assaulting Jakia Lynch and stealing a $7 500 motorcar, a handbag, purse, cellphone, cash and bank and identification cards, all with a total value of $8 995, belonging to Lynch on June 2.  

Magistrate Manila Renee read the charges, telling Drakes that he was not required to enter a plea as they were indictable.  

No objection was made to his release, but the accused was warned to stay away from the complainant.  

The case was adjourned until November 18.  

(JB)