In a significant development, Vescott Jones, a former security officer with the Dominica Air and Seaport Authority (DASPA), is set to be reinstated and compensated for lost wages following his controversial dismissal in 2014. The announcement was made by Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit during a recent press conference, marking the culmination of a nearly decade-long saga. Jones was terminated for allowing Lennox Linton, then-leader of the United Workers Party (UWP), to dispose of cooked crab backs without the required permit—an incident that sparked allegations of political victimization. While DASPA CEO Benoit Bardouille defended the dismissal as a breach of security protocols, Prime Minister Skerrit emphasized the need for compassion and resolution. He acknowledged Jones’s personal challenges, including family health issues, and suggested that the officer may have been overwhelmed by the high-profile nature of the situation. Skerrit revealed that he had engaged in multiple discussions with Jones over the years, culminating in a recent meeting that paved the way for his reinstatement. The Prime Minister also used the occasion to critique systemic inefficiencies in the tribunal process, advocating for reforms to expedite case resolutions. He stressed the importance of resolving disputes amicably to foster unity and harmony within the nation.
Security Officer Vescott Jones to be reinstated following 2014 crab backs incident
