A St. Vincent and the Grenadines man facing serious criminal charges has been ordered to remain in custody pending further judicial review. Kyle Providence, an Ottley Hall resident, appeared before the Serious Offences Court on December 31st, 2025, confronting allegations of kidnapping, armed robbery, and illegal firearm possession stemming from an incident in Arnos Vale.
The prosecution, represented by Sergeant of Police Shamrock Pierre, successfully opposed bail during Wednesday’s hearing. Pierre emphasized the gravity of the charges and the preliminary stage of the investigation, noting that authorities continue to pursue both a person of interest and a firearm believed to be connected to the case. Detective Constable Kemelia Boyd of the Criminal Investigations Department has identified approximately six witnesses and is currently documenting their statements.
Providence, who appeared without legal representation, expressed concerns about his ability to secure counsel while incarcerated. He acknowledged his right to obtain a lawyer but noted practical limitations, stating he could neither arrange legal representation nor access necessary funds from prison. “In the same way that the police want to be well prepared, I want to be well prepared,” Providence told the court.
Chief Magistrate Colin John ultimately remanded Providence in custody until January 8, 2026, allowing additional time for investigative procedures. The charges specifically allege that on December 28, 2025, Providence unlawfully abducted Jolisha Tash, 31, and Omari Millington, 17, both from Edinboro. Additionally, he stands accused of stealing Tash’s gold iPhone 16 Pro-max valued at £2,000 while armed with a firearm, and possessing an unlicensed weapon.
The case connects to a broader police investigation that began after reports emerged Monday of a kidnapping involving two individuals. According to official statements, masked assailants forcibly transported the victims from Arnos Vale to Belair around 1:30 a.m. on December 29th, with the minor reportedly sustaining injuries during the incident. Police encountered a suspect vehicle along Belair Public Road, resulting in occupants firing toward officers before fleeing. While one suspect remains at large, another individual, Jamal McMaster, surrendered to authorities Wednesday accompanied by his attorney.