By DENISE MAYCOCK
Tribune Freeport Reporter
dmaycock@tribunemedia.net
A GRAND Bahama father of two accused of having sex with a 14-year-old girl was charged in the Freeport Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday.
The 58-year-old appeared before Magistrate Uel Johnson, charged with unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor. It is alleged the offence occurred between June 2025 and September 2025.
He was represented by attorney Rengin Johnson, who told the court her client is employed and has no criminal history. “He has a good record as a teacher, father, and husband. He lives here and has two children,” Ms Johnson said.
Prosecutor Veron Rolle did not object to bail but asked the court to impose a condition prohibiting contact with the virtual complainant.
Magistrate Johnson granted $9,500 bail with one or two sureties. The accused was ordered not to interfere with witnesses and to sign in at the Central Police Station on Mondays and Fridays before 6pm.
Ms Johnson informed the court that her client and his family planned to travel to the United States between December 20 and 30 and requested adjustments to the sign-in schedule. The magistrate allowed the travel, excusing sign-ins on December 22, 26 and 29. Sign-ins must resume on January 2, 2026.
The matter was adjourned to April 13.
Meanwhile, in the Eight Mile Rock Magistrate’s Court, a second man was charged with unlawful sexual intercourse involving a 14-year-old girl.
Michael Cartwright, 30, appeared before Magistrate Simone Brown and pleaded not guilty. He was denied bail and remanded to custody.
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