Update (kesroy Ryan) charged with Belmont shooting
The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) has made a significant breakthrough in its investigation into the deadly shooting incident that occurred in Belmont on May 16, 2025, which resulted in three deaths and injuries to several others.
On Saturday, May 24, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m., police arrested and charged Kesroy Ryan, a 25-year-old labourer of Lowmans Leeward, with the following offences:
Murder
- With malice aforethought, caused the death of Leslyn Davis, a 68-year-old businesswoman of Belmont, by an unlawful act, to wit, by shooting her about her body with a gun.
- With malice aforethought, caused the death of Demeon Cumberbatch, a 38-year-old labourer of Belmont, by an unlawful act, to wit, by shooting him about his body with a gun.
- With malice aforethought, caused the death of Haynesly Browne, a 30-year-old labourer of Belmont, by an unlawful act, to wit, by shooting him about his body with a gun.
Attempted Murder:
- With intent to commit the offence of murder on Haydon Ballantyne, a 60-year-old labourer of Belmont, did an act which is more than merely preparatory to the commission of the offence, to wit, by shooting him on his left foot with a gun.
- With intent to commit the offence of murder on Lorna Davis, a 68-year-old chef of Belmont, did an act which is more than merely preparatory to the commission of the offence, to wit, by shooting at her with a gun.
- With intent to commit the offence of murder on Ban Craft Abbott, a 56-year-old plumber of Belmont, did an act which is more than merely preparatory to the commission of the offence, to wit, by shooting at him with a gun.
All of the offences were committed at Belmont between 9:00 p.m. and 9:03 p.m. on May 16, 2025.
This arrest marks a critical step in an investigation that remains ongoing. The successful outcome thus far is the result of dedicated efforts by the investigative team and the cooperation of members of the public.
The RSVGPF thanks all those who came forward with information that led to this development. We continue to appeal to anyone with additional information relating to this matter, or any other criminal activity, to contact the Criminal Investigations Department at (784) 456-1810, Police Control at (784) 457-1211, or the police emergency numbers 999/911.
All tips will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Let us continue working together to preserve peace and safety across our nation.
Belmont triple homicide suspect faces court today (9.52) a.m.
St Vincent Police on Monday said one person was arrested on Saturday 24th in connection with the Belmont Triple Homicide.
Speaking at a press conference at Central Police Station in Kingstown, Police Commissioner Enville Williams said that Kesroy Ryan is in custody and will be arraigned in court today (Monday 26).
The police have charged Ryan with three counts of murder and three counts of attempted murder.
On Friday, May 16, masked assailants entered the establishment owned by Leslyn Davis and indiscriminately discharged their firearms, resulting in the deaths of Davis and two patrons, Dameon Cumberbatch and Joel Browne, according to a recent press release from the police.
A 7-year-old child, along with another individual, sustained injuries in the shooting incident.
In reference to Zachary Harry, a young man who died on Sunday evening in Lauders as a result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, Williams said the gun in question belonged to a licensed firearm holder and stated that the matter is currently under investigation.
In connection with the murder in Vermont, ACP Trevor Bailey said a female who is not known to the police, is now of interest to the investigation.
Bailey also stated that the investigators of the Belmont Triple Homicide have received threats; however, that will not deter their continued search for the perpetrators.
