Man charged with 10-y-o’s murder

A 22-year-old labourer was yesterday charged with the murder of 10-year-old Jezariah Tyrell on December 30.

He has been identified as Tommy Powell, otherwise called 'Red Head', of James Street, Kingston. Powell was charged following an interview in the presence of his attorney. He was also slapped with charges of shooting with intent and illegal possession of firearm and ammunition. Senior detectives were called to Fleet Street, Kingston, where little Jezariah was shot dead at her home.

Reports from the Central Kingston police are that about 2:50 a.m., Jezariah and her relatives were asleep when a relative reportedly smelt gasolene and heard strange sounds on the roof. He went to investigate and was pounced upon by intruders, who attempted to gain entry to the house while firing at the occupants. When the gunfire subsided, it was discovered that Jezariah was shot. She was taken to the hospital where she was pronounced dead. Powell's court date is being finalised.