A 29-year-old resident from Ottos, Antigua, faces impending sentencing after formally admitting to charges of illegal firearm and ammunition possession. Otis Jackson entered his guilty plea on Monday during proceedings before Senior Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel, concluding the evidentiary phase of his case.
The charges originate from a December 11th incident when law enforcement officers on routine mobile patrol intercepted Jackson’s vehicle along Tindale Road approximately at 9 p.m. During a subsequent search operation, authorities uncovered a concealed 9mm Smith & Wesson pistol alongside seven corresponding rounds of ammunition.
Following standard protocol, Jackson was immediately taken into custody while the confiscated weapon, ammunition, and his vehicle were transported to Police Headquarters for forensic examination and secure storage, where they remain as evidence. The judicial system has scheduled formal sentencing for December 29th, at which time the court will determine appropriate penalties under Antigua’s firearms legislation.
This case highlights continued law enforcement efforts to combat illegal weapons circulation through proactive patrol strategies and vehicle inspections. The successful interception demonstrates the effectiveness of coordinated policing measures in addressing weapons-related offenses within the community.