Mechanic in court for 19-year-old’s murder

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March 12, 2025

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Mechanic in court for 19-year-old’s murder

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A 56-year-old man has appeared before a Master of the High Court, charged with the murder of 19-year-old Prince Charles, which occurred during Carnival Tuesday celebrations.

Shane Purcell, an auto-mechanic, of Sangre Grande, was charged with the offence when he appeared before Master Liebert in the High Court on Tuesday.

The next hearing date has been set for June 25.

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