The Royal Saint Christopher and Nevis Police Force extends its unequivocal and unreserved apology to Mr Leon Dexter Richardson for the erroneous publication of his photograph in a press release dated 16 October 2026, published on the Police Force’s website in connection with criminal charges instituted against another individual.
Mr Richardson is in no way connected to the matter. He has not been investigated or charged, nor has he been implicated in any of the offences referred to in the aforementioned press release.
Upon becoming aware of the error, the Police Force immediately removed the press release from public access on its website, requested the removal of the associated link from Google’s search index, and commenced a review of the circumstances surrounding the incident. The review found that the error occurred during identification because Mr Richardson’s name closely matched that of the accused in an unrelated matter.
In response, the Police Force has reviewed and strengthened its photograph retrieval and verification procedures to enhance identity checks before publication. These measures include additional verification requirements and the withholding of publication whenever identifying information is similar, inconsistent, incomplete, or otherwise uncertain.
The Police Force accepts full responsibility for this error and deeply regrets the wrongful association of Mr Richardson with the allegations. We recognise the seriousness of this mistake and sincerely apologise to Mr Richardson and his family for any distress, embarrassment, and reputational harm caused by the publication.
The Royal Saint Christopher and Nevis Police Force remains committed to accuracy, accountability, and respect for the dignity and reputation of every individual. We respectfully request that any person or organisation that has shared, republished, or otherwise reproduced the incorrect photograph in connection with this matter remove it and give appropriate prominence to this correction and apology.
The Police Force once again extends its sincere and unreserved apology to Mr. Richardson and his family.
Royal Saint Christopher and Nevis Police Force
