Prosecutor Terrence Williams has asked Chief Magistrate Judy Latchman to revoke the bail granted to Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed, citing alleged threats and intimidation against senior police officer Prem Narine, a key witness in the ongoing extradition proceedings.
The application was made on Monday when the matter resumed, with Williams raising concerns about two incidents allegedly involving Mohamed and members of his family.
Williams told the court that Mohamed and two other men allegedly visited Narine’s Kitty residence, where shots were fired. Narine reportedly returned fire at their vehicle.
Mohamed was subsequently detained, and police allegedly discovered an unlicensed Taurus pistol and ammunition in the vehicle.
The prosecutor further alleged that Mohamed’s father, Nazar Mohamed, threatened Narine at the Kitty Police Station, while his sister, Hana Khameilia Mohamed, confronted the officer and struck his vehicle.
Williams also referenced a separate case in which Mohamed and police officer Ryan Greene were remanded to prison over allegations involving the unlawful extraction of surveillance footage connected to the earlier incident.
He argued that the alleged conduct raised serious concerns about witness intimidation and interference with the administration of justice.
Narine fears for his life
Taking the witness stand, Narine told the court that he feared for his safety and was now forced to seek protection.
He alleged that Hana Khameilia Mohamed threatened him outside the courthouse on Monday, telling him, “You will have to hide for the rest of your life.”
Narine also claimed that both Hana and Azruddin had publicly labelled him a murderer.
He appealed directly to the Chief Magistrate for protection, insisting that he felt seriously threatened.
Williams subsequently urged the court to revoke Azruddin Mohamed’s bail, caution Nazar Mohamed and ensure that Hana does not interfere with the proceedings.
During the morning session, Chief Magistrate Latchman issued a body order requiring Azruddin Mohamed to appear personally before the court. He was subsequently brought before the magistrate in handcuffs.
The extradition proceedings are continuing.
