ASSISTANT Commissioner of Police Leslie Green is to head an investigation into “serious” allegations made by a Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) activist against Energy Minister James Robertson.

Green, who heads the Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB), was appointed by Commissioner Owen Ellington to lead the probe, according to a release issued yesterday.

“The police have interviewed the complainant and a statement has been taken. Witness protection measures have been offered and appropriate steps taken to ensure the safety of the individual,” said the release.

An appeal is being made for persons with information on the incidents/allegations to contact the police.

The probe follows damning allegations made by Ian Johnson against Robertson in court documents in the United States where he is seeking political asylum.

Robertson has, through his lawyer, dismissed the allegations. The JLP has said in the meantime that the allegations were designed by political opponents as a wider effort to topple the Government.

Meanwhile, the PNP has called on Prime Minister Bruce Golding to relieve James of his ministerial duties, pending the outcome of the probe.

Source: www.jamaicaobserver.com