Twenty-two-year-old Orin Fraser, also known as “Lilawattie”, was today granted bail after he was charged with robbery involving violence.
Fraser, a sex worker, appeared before acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court, where he was not required to enter a plea to the indictable charge.
According to the allegation, on April 10, 2025, at King Street, Georgetown, Fraser robbed Melvin Marks of a black cellphone valued at $78,000, a black purse worth $5,000, and $15,000 in cash, totalling $98,000. During the robbery, or either immediately before or after it, he reportedly used personal violence against the virtual complainant.
Fraser told the court he is self-employed and lives at Lot 52 Princes and William Streets, Georgetown.
The prosecutor objected to bail, highlighting that Fraser had previously been before the court on similar matters and even referenced a case in which he allegedly robbed a police officer. The prosecutor emphasised that Fraser is no stranger to the justice system.
When questioned by the magistrate about the relationship between the accused and the virtual complainant, it was disclosed that the two had become acquainted via Facebook.
Despite the prosecution’s concerns, the court granted Fraser bail in the sum of $80,000. The matter was adjourned until August 8.
