Zendel Etienne, a 20-year-old resident of Loubiere, Dominica, has been sentenced to three years in the Dominica State Prison after pleading guilty to charges of firearm possession, ammunition possession, and providing a false name to law enforcement. The sentencing took place on Friday, November 7, 2025, following his appearance before a magistrate where the charges were formally presented. Etienne was apprehended during the 2025 Independence Carnival Celebrations on November 4, after police discovered a black Taurus 9mm pistol with an obliterated serial number and 12 rounds of ammunition concealed on his person. The Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force (CDPF) emphasized their zero-tolerance policy during the festivities, implementing various strategies to ensure public safety and maintain order. The CDPF reiterated its commitment to eradicating illegal firearms from the streets, aiming to foster a safer environment for all residents of Dominica.