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Premier Fahie could be released on $500k bond- US Judge declares
- US Prosecutors plan to appeal any decision to release Premier Fahie
Premier of the [British] Virgin Islands Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) could be released on a $500,000 bond as he awaits trial on charges tied to a U.S. government narcotics sting, a federal judge in Miami said today, May 4, 2022. Photo: VINO/File
MIAMI, Florida, USA- Premier of the [British] Virgin Islands Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) could be released on a $500,000 bond as he awaits trial on charges tied to a US government narcotics sting, a federal judge in Miami said today, May 4, 2022.
In what was described as a surprise decision by Miami Herald, federal court Judge Alicia Otazo-Reyes rejected prosecutors’ argument that Premier Fahie would flee the US if released.
Instead, she said he could remain in Miami, at the rented home of his two college-age daughters, if he and his family surrender their travel documents and he wears an ankle bracelet monitor and pays the sizable bond.
According to Miami Herald, prosecutors said they would appeal the decision, meaning it's unclear when and if Premier Fahie would be released.
Premier Fahie, 51, was arrested last week by the US Drug Enforcement Administration on drugs and money laundering charges.
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32 Responses to “Premier Fahie could be released on $500k bond- US Judge declares”
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person with some Port experience as director of all ports.. "ALL PORTS. ONE BOSS"..Done away with the board system and introduce a "Tsar" system...Let's get serious about change..
“Through the course of this conspiracy, it has become clear that Fahie is engaged in corruption and criminal activity at the highest levels. He has accepted bribes, he has agreed to pay bribes, he has conspired to import thousands of kilograms of a dangerous controlled substance, he has admitted to working with known drug dealers in the BVI, and he has expressed a willingness to inquire about the acquisition of firearms from a Senegalese contact – on behalf of the Sinaloa Cartel.
Fahie added that his “reliable” criminal associate in the BVI was involved in moving both money and guns (apparently with the knowledge and acquiescence of Fahie). According to Fahie himself, he has been involved in this type of criminal activity for 15-20 years. His release would result in a danger to the community by allowing for continued drug trafficking from the BVI to the United States, and the ongoing protection of criminal activity provided by Fahie. Not only would Fahie himself serve as a danger to the community, but his freedom in society.
Perhaps more concerning than the danger posed by Fahie is the severe risk that he will flee from prosecution if released on bond. Fahie presents a particularly concerning risk of flight because he has a compelling reason to flee, he has a demonstrated disregard for the rule of law, he has the connections and ability to flee, and he has extremely limited connections to the Southern District of Florida.
As an initial matter, Fahie is facing a very high guidelines sentence after conviction, along with whatever political consequences he may face. At the very low end, the Defendant is facing a sentence of 235 months, or approximately 20 years. His eventual sentence provides a clear and compelling reason to flee from prosecution if released on bond.
Not only that, but the Defendant has repeatedly shown a complete and utter disregard for the rule of law, along with a willingness to obstruct justice. Instead of fulfilling his oath of office, and carrying out his duties as required, Fahie did the exact opposite. He accepted bribes, committed crimes, worked with drug dealers, and agreed to pay bribes. He was approached by a purported member of the Sinaloa Cartel with a lucrative criminal opportunity, and instead of turning the cartel in, he joined them.
Through this investigation, it has become clear that Fahie is corrupt to the core. His actions lead to only one conclusion: that Fahie believes he is above the law. And that’s not just in this case, but – according to Fahie – for the past 15-20 years. This was not his “first rodeo,” no no no, “NOT AT ALL.”
In addition to the foregoing, the evidence against the Defendant is overwhelming. He and his co-conspirators were captured on multiple audio and/or video recorded meetings or calls. He repeatedly expressed his interested in pursuing this criminal conspiracy, despite being given multiple opportunities to withdraw. He explained that he had a history of criminal activity, and had done this type of thing before. The evidence of the Fahie’s guilt is substantial and undisputable.”
It’s a shame with all your knowledge of the legal practice that you don’t know the difference between “no “ and know.
The US jails are full of idiots because they thought that the undercover officer isn't allowed to lie! I wouldn't be surprised if it was the Feds that started the rumour in the first place.
What is more interersting is the amount of his bond. 50K is all he has to put up and that says more to others in the game than anything else.
You ain't seeing his arse anytime soon... unless he ends up in the US witness protection program and moves to Coral Bay St. John LOL
Find peace by praying...and to the true God.
AF is wiser than that.
He is charged with trying to arm a Mexican drug cartel... he might as well been trying to supply guns to ISIS as far as the US government is concerned and that gives them the right to put him under the jail.
Also, he isn't going to any white collar vacation penitentiary. They can put him in a super max and will use that if they can. The feds don't play fair. They could put him on Con-Air for the next 3 years and hop him around the country so fast that he never gets a visit.
It takes some to have some big balls to hold out when you are being threatened with that plus 200 yrs and lets face it... if he was "wiser than that" he would of never stepped foot on US soil while doing this deal.
Let's hope you are right for his families sake. Or he flips and they all go in to US Witness Protection.
Only time will tell.
Mind my words