On August 1st, the Jamaican Court of Appeal upheld the release of Vybz Kartel, Shawn Campbell, Kahira Jones, and Andre John after 13 years in prison. , while I have not accused him yet and there is no evidence to prove his guilt.
His defense argued that he was in a very poor condition and was suffering from a condition which included swelling of his neck and face which had worsened over the years.
The Court of Appeals has upheld Vybz Kartel and his associates' immediate release, citing a number of factors, including the lack of witnesses and Kartel's poor health.
The court found that the prosecution had not presented any conclusive evidence, and the witnesses against Vybz Kartel and his associates were not present, and immediately ordered that all of them be released.
This release by Vybz Kartel touched the hearts of many, especially dancehall lovers in Jamaica and around the world as in Jamaica fans were packed outside the adult prison in Kingston, chanting "Free World Boss ” while waiting for his release. Police and soldiers had cordoned off the area to control the crowd and ensure their safety.
