Vendor granted $50,000 bail on unlawful wounding charge

A 28-year-old vendor was granted bail in the sum of $50,000, after he was charged with unlawful wounding when he appeared at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on Friday.

Samuel Edwards, of 551 ‘D’ Field, Sophia, Georgetown, stood before Magistrate Annette Singh to answer to the charge, which alleges that he wounded Gavin Joseph on March 2, 2025, at Hadfield Street, Georgetown. Edwards pleaded not guilty when the charge was read to him.
During the proceedings, Magistrate Singh inquired about the injuries sustained by Joseph. In response, Joseph informed the court that he had suffered a stab wound approximately six inches deep on his side. Additionally, he stated that he had sustained multiple injuries to his hands, including lacerations and swelling, and required stitches.
Despite the details of the injuries, the prosecution did not object to bail. After considering the circumstances, Magistrate Singh granted Edwards bail in the sum of $50,000. The matter has been adjourned to April 25, 2025, for further proceedings.