An 18-year-old Barbadian national is set to face judicial proceedings this Saturday following his arrest on serious weapons-related charges. Dion Davidson Leacock, residing at No. 21 Dover Crescent in the Cave Hill area of St. Michael, was taken into custody by the Barbados Police Service’s Major Crime Unit after investigators uncovered evidence linking him to illegal firearm possession.
The specific charges filed against Leacock include unlawful possession of a firearm and seven rounds of ammunition. According to police reports, these alleged violations occurred on December 27, 2025, though investigative details remain undisclosed as the case moves through the judicial system.
Leacock’s case will be heard at the District ‘A’ Criminal Court, where prosecutors will present evidence gathered by the Major Crime Unit. The timing of the court appearance suggests authorities are treating the matter with urgency, reflecting the Barbados government’s ongoing campaign against illegal weapons circulation.
The case emerges against the backdrop of Caribbean-wide efforts to combat gun violence, particularly involving young adults. Legal experts note that firearm-related charges typically carry severe penalties under Barbadian law, with minimum sentencing guidelines for certain weapon offenses.
This prosecution represents the latest development in the Barbados Police Service’s targeted operations against illegal weapons trafficking, which has seen increased priority following regional security initiatives. The outcome of Saturday’s hearing could set important precedents for how similar cases are handled throughout the Eastern Caribbean jurisdiction.