Assistant Commissioner of Police, Calvin Brutus, Faces Additional Charges
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, CMC –
Assistant Commissioner of Police, Calvin Brutus, was released on GUY$10.5 million (One Guyana dollar = 0.004 cents) bail when he appeared in a court here charged with more than 200 financial crime charges.
Background
In October, the embattled top cop, his pregnant wife Adonika Aulder, a police sergeant, and a businessman appeared in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts accused of committing numerous charges related to serious financial crimes and other offenses.
New Charges
Brutus, 44, an attorney with 25 years of service in the Guyana Police Force, then faced 30 charges, including money laundering, obtaining money by pretense, misconduct in public office, liability of officials, and theft by public officials. He was granted bail in the sum of GUY$6.2 million on the 30 indictable charges when he appeared before acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty.
Additional Charges
However, as a result of his appearance in court on Monday, Brutus now faces a total of 231 charges. Accompanied by a team of lawyers, and based on a request from the lawyers to save time, the details of all of the charges were not read individually to Brutus. Instead, the acting Chief Magistrate informed the court that there were a total of 201 new charges.
Prosecution’s Request
Brutus was not required to plead to the charges, and the prosecution informed the court that the state would be proceeding with the charges indictable. In their application for bail, Brutus’ lawyers reminded the court that he had already been placed on $6.2 million bail for the previous charges laid by the Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU).
Bail Conditions
However, the prosecution asked that Brutus be placed on substantial bail, particularly considering the amount of money involved in the cases. The prosecution also reminded the court that the investigation resulted in frozen bank accounts.
Next Court Date
Brutus is set to appear in court again on January 17, 2025.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, the additional charges against Assistant Commissioner of Police, Calvin Brutus, have raised concerns about the severity of the financial crimes he is accused of committing. The court’s decision to grant him bail has sparked controversy, with many questioning whether he is a flight risk.
FAQs
Q: What are the new charges against Assistant Commissioner of Police, Calvin Brutus?
A: He is facing 231 charges, including 201 new charges, related to financial crimes and other offenses.
Q: What is the total amount of bail he was granted?
A: GUY$10.5 million (One Guyana dollar = 0.004 cents)
Q: When is his next court date?
A: January 17, 2025.
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