Thursday, June 24, 2010

Opposition Spokesman on National Security, Peter Bunting, has commended the police and military’s handling of the recent capture of Christopher “Dudus” Coke and his swift processing for extradition.

Coke was arrested on Tuesday on the Mandela Highway and today appeared before a Resident Magistrate and waived his rights to an Extradition hearing in Jamaica. Then later, in the afternoon, Coke was safely airlifted to the United States to face drug and gun-running charges.

“Our security forces have done a commendable job handling this very sensitive process” Mr. Bunting said. “The Police and the Military have displayed professionalism in carrying out their duties. The intelligence collection process which led to Coke’s capture, and his consequent safe custody, have both contributed to building confidence in our law enforcement process.”

The Opposition Spokesman personally commended Police Chief Owen Ellington: “Commissioner Ellington and his team have displayed a committed, professional leadership that encourages trust in the security forces that is essential during this State of Public Emergency.”

Contact:
Peter Bunting
Opposition Spokesperson on National Security