A homicide investigation in St. Vincent and the Grenadines has resulted in murder charges against 41-year-old Barrouallie resident Keon Dennie. The charges stem from the brutal chopping death of Munti Thomas, a locally recognized street personality known mononymously as Munt-I, who succumbed to multiple chop wounds on Monday.
The fatal altercation occurred in the Central Leeward town, marking the nation’s eighth homicide this year. While official investigative details remain limited, preliminary reports indicate the violence may have originated from a dispute involving a small quantity of crystal methamphetamine, commonly called “ice,” and a sum of EC$60 (approximately US$22).
Graphic footage circulated extensively on social media platforms depicted the mortally injured Thomas lying on the ground with severe lacerations across his body. Despite being rushed to Milton Cato Memorial Hospital in Kingstown, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Thomas, originally from North Leeward, was known for his improvised lyrical compositions, which he performed using distinctive percussive vocalizations. His life involved periods of homelessness in Kingstown, where he reportedly developed substance abuse issues. Community sources suggest he relocated from the capital years ago following allegations of stolen cocaine.
The accused, Keon Dennie, is scheduled for an initial court appearance before a magistrate to face the formal reading of the indictable murder charge.