Violent offences account for almost half of probation cases

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Lourianne GrahamJournalist at Barbados Today

June 7, 2026

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Violent offences account for almost half of probation cases

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Nearly 300 people were under probation supervision in 2025, with almost half linked to violent or threatening offences.

Minister of Home Affairs and Information Gregory Nicholls made this disclosure during the Barbados Probation Service’s 80th anniversary celebration at the Sanctuary Empowerment Centre on Country Road, St Michael, on Sunday.

He said the celebration comes at a challenging time for Barbados, given the number of young men, including teenagers, appearing before the courts.

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