FIFTY-SIX-YEAR-OLD Clive Lawrence, a vehicle inspector of Love Lane, Kingston, has been charged for the murder of Anton Stephens which occurred at Charles Street, Kingston, on Saturday, April 30, the constabulary’s Corporate Communication Unit (CCU) has reported.

The Central Kingston police said about 8:10 pm on April 30, Lawrence and a woman, who is said to be a relative of Stephens, were involved in a dispute while travelling in a Toyota Probox motor car. The two reportedly arrived at Charles Street, where the woman allegedly exited the vehicle and ran into a yard. Lawrence allegedly chased her with a knife. Stephens, who was in the yard at the time, intervened and insisted that Lawrence leave his premises. Lawrence then allegedly stabbed Stephens several times. Another man who came to the assistance of Stephens also received stab wounds, said the CCU.

Lawrence reportedly escaped from the scene in the Toyota Probox motor car and was on the run until Tuesday, July 19, 2022, when he turned himself over to the police in the company of his attorney. He was charged with murder and wounding with intent after a question and answer session.