Escapees Charged with Killing U.S. Couple in Catamaran Hijacking

SOURCE npr.org
Three escaped inmates from Grenada were charged with killing a U.S. couple after hijacking their catamaran. The suspects are accused of throwing the couple overboard and were arrested in St. Vincent.

Key Points

  • Three escaped inmates charged with capital murder, housebreaking, robbery, and kidnapping
  • Suspects believed to have thrown U.S. couple overboard during catamaran hijacking
  • U.S. couple's bodies have not been found

Pros

  • Justice being served for the victims
  • Arrest and deportation of the suspects

Cons

  • Tragic loss of life of the U.S. couple
  • Violent crimes committed by the escaped inmates