A prominent Dominican businessman has been formally charged in connection with the fatal shooting of an American tourist during the island’s Carnival celebrations, marking a serious incident that has drawn attention to violent crime in the Caribbean nation.
Tyron Jarvis, a 40-year-old co-proprietor of TJ’s Enterprises residing at 83 Hillsborough Street in Roseau/Massacre, was arraigned before a magistrate in Roseau on Friday, February 20, 2026. The court formally read murder charges against him for the death of 47-year-old Arthur Bozel, a resident of Goodwill, Dominica, who was living in the United States and returning home for vacation during the festive season.
Judicial proceedings revealed that Jarvis was not permitted to enter a plea during this initial hearing, as murder is classified as an indictable offense within Dominica’s legal system, requiring future proceedings in a higher court. The magistrate subsequently ordered Jarvis remanded into custody at the Dominica State Prison until his next court appearance, which has been scheduled for May 2026.
According to official reports from the Dominica Police Force, the incident occurred on the night of Sunday, February 15th, on Independence Street in the capital city of Roseau. Preliminary investigations indicate Bozel was shot by Jarvis during an altercation.
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has launched a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding Bozel’s death. Authorities are examining the events that led to the shooting of the US-based Dominican national, who was visiting his home country to participate in the annual Carnival festivities.
The case has garnered significant local attention, highlighting concerns about public safety during major national events and the judicial handling of serious violent crimes. The adjournment of the case until May allows time for the prosecution to prepare its evidence for trial.