June 15, 2026
Claudia Edwards Bethel
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Munroe: Compensation more important than saying sorry
ATTORNEY General Wayne Munroe said yesterday the government will pay damages to Claudia Edwards Bethel’s estate after the Privy Council upheld the state’s liability for her unlawful detention and rape by a senior immigration officer, saying “some things are more important than sorry” when asked about calls for an apology.
Justice but too late for Brave Claudia
THE highest court of appeal has confirmed the Bahamian government is liable for the unlawful arrest and detention of a young mother who was raped and sexually assaulted by a senior immigration officer while in custody.
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