Man Pays $24K for Holding Gun | Barbados News

A man in Barbados faces a $24,000 fine after keeping an unlicensed firearm for five months — a gun he agreed to hold for an elderly woman while her home was being repaired. The judge emphasized the island’s strict gun laws and the danger posed by illegal weapons, especially since the ammo was live and Mayers knew police officers. Though he accepted responsibility early and no crime was linked to the weapon, the court handed down steep penalties: $20K for the gun (with possible jail time if unpaid) and $4K for the ammo. All fines were paid immediately — but the case serves as a stark warning about the risks of even temporary firearm possession without proper licensing. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7b328c62563e8218