Gov’t says it will not interfere in police investigation involving Frederick

The Government has broken its silence on the police investigation involving Housing, Local Government and Urban Renewal Minister Richard Frederick, saying it will not interfere with the ongoing process.

In a statement released on Friday evening, the Government said it had been informed that Frederick had been detained for questioning as part of an ongoing matter and subsequently released.

“As this remains an active process, we will not comment on issues that may prejudice or interfere with any lawful process,” it added.

The Government also reaffirmed its respect for the independence of the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force and the rule of law.

“We remain committed to ensuring that all lawful processes proceed without interference and in accordance with the Constitution and the Laws of Saint Lucia,” it stated.

The statement added that the Government remains committed to transparency and accountability and will keep the public appropriately informed as official information becomes available.

Frederick disclosed during his online programme, Can I Help You?, on Thursday night that lawmen arrived at his home earlier that morning and that he accompanied them to the police station to assist with investigations.

Although he did not reveal the nature of the allegations, the minister said, “There are certain things I don’t cross boundaries on – never, and never will…. I have five daughters.”

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