Opposition Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) activist Rameish Simpson who was arrested by the police last month made his first appearance in the Morant Bay Resident Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday.
Simpson and his cousin were held on December 17.
When the matter was called up on Tuesday, Simpson’s attorney Hensley Williams told the court he was yet to receive the case file and thee matter was adjourned.
On the resumption, the prosecution outlined the case leading to Simpson’s arrest. Williams argued that at no time was a gun found in the vehicle or on his client.
He argued that a bag was presented and it was retrieved by Jamaica Defence Force divers.
The attorney said the vehicle encountered brake problems and Simpson was unable to stop.
The Presiding Magistrate indicated that she wanted to go to the location before considering bail.
Simpson reportedly drove his Mitsubishi Pajero, along with his cousin, into the sea following a chase by the police in Grants Pen, St. Thomas
Both men were held and the vehicle pulled from the sea with the assistance of the Marine Police.
A search of the vehicle was carried out and the firearm and ammunition were reportedly found in a bag.
Simpson was later charged with illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition.
