Walrond Seeks Meeting with Top Cop Over SOCU Head Allegations
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October 3, 2026
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Home Affairs Minister Oneidge Walrond says she believes Deputy Commissioner of Police Fazil Karimbaksh should be placed on administrative leave while allegations of rape and threatening behaviour against him are investigated.
Karimbaksh, who heads the Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU), is the subject of an ongoing police investigation. The allegations have raised questions about whether he should remain in his senior position while the investigation is underway.
Walrond addressed the issue during a preview of the Starting Point podcast, scheduled to air on Sunday, and said she intends to meet with Police Commissioner Clifton Hicken to determine how the matter should be handled.
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