A significant development has occurred in the criminal proceedings against Victor Ince, the 24-year-old defendant charged in connection with the tragic death of Guyanese exchange student Joyleen Abraham. The Lightfoot West resident appeared before Chief Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel for a scheduled committal hearing that was subsequently postponed to March 18, 2026.
The adjournment came after prosecutors revealed the case file remains under comprehensive review by the Director of Public Prosecutions, requiring additional time for evidence assessment and procedural directives. This legal pause highlights the complexity of the investigation into the circumstances surrounding Abraham’s untimely demise.
Ince faces serious allegations including forcible seizure, unlawful confinement, and unlawful killing related to the incident on May 7, 2025. The victim, a 19-year-old University of Guyana student, was discovered unresponsive on a secondary roadway connecting New Winthorpes and Jabberwock. Medical personnel pronounced her deceased at the location.
Law enforcement officials have presented preliminary findings suggesting Abraham exited a vehicle operated by Ince immediately before the tragedy. The automobile was impounded for detailed forensic analysis, which played a crucial role in the subsequent filing of criminal charges. The judicial delay reflects the meticulous approach being taken by Antiguan authorities to ensure thorough examination of all evidence before proceeding to trial.