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In a significant ruling, a High Court judge has awarded $35,000 in compensation to Patrick Trumpet, who endured unsanitary conditions during his week-long detention on firearm-related charges in 2017. Justice Devindra Rampersad emphasized that while the police had valid grounds to arrest Trumpet, the manner in which he was held was deemed 'oppressive.' Evidence presented during the hearing revealed that Trumpet was confined in a cell for eight days without access to basic hygiene facilities, including the inability to bathe. This lack of care raised serious concerns regarding the treatment of detainees under such circumstances. Although the judge dismissed allegations of false imprisonment and malicious prosecution, he granted Trumpet $20,000 in damages along with an additional $15,000 for exemplary damages. The ruling underscores a critical point: regardless of the charges against an individual, they must be treated humanely while in custody. Justice Rampersad's decision serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining humane conditions for all detainees, reinforcing that even those accused of serious crimes are entitled to basic rights and dignity during their detention. Join the Trinidad and Tobago WhatsApp update groups: Tringlobe Media news 1Tringlobe Media ShareTringlobe Chat news groupTringlobe Media news 2Tringlobe media news 3Tringlobe Media Weather updatesTringlobe PoliticsTringlobe SportsTringlobe articles newsfeedTringlobe buy sell tradeTringlobe Media 4Tringlobe Media Official ChannelTringlobe media Traffic
In a significant ruling, a High Court judge has awarded $35,000 in compensation to Patrick Trumpet, who endured unsanitary conditions during his week-long detention on firearm-related charges in 2017. Justice Devindra Rampersad emphasized that while the police had valid grounds to arrest Trumpet, the manner in which he was held was deemed ‘oppressive.’
Evidence presented during the hearing revealed that Trumpet was confined in a cell for eight days without access to basic hygiene facilities, including the inability to bathe. This lack of care raised serious concerns regarding the treatment of detainees under such circumstances.
Although the judge dismissed allegations of false imprisonment and malicious prosecution, he granted Trumpet $20,000 in damages along with an additional $15,000 for exemplary damages. The ruling underscores a critical point: regardless of the charges against an individual, they must be treated humanely while in custody.
Justice Rampersad’s decision serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining humane conditions for all detainees, reinforcing that even those accused of serious crimes are entitled to basic rights and dignity during their detention.
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