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Former officer charged with manslaughter

The former police officer accused of shooting and killing Jarvis Burrows on Exuma on Wednesday night was charged with manslaughter in the Magistrate’s Court this afternoon.

Jason Anderson, 52, of Stuart’s Exuma, was flown in to New Providence to face charges.

During his initial appearance, Anderson was not required to enter a plea.

He was remanded to the Central Police Station pending his bail application.

The matter, which will proceed by way of a voluntary bill of indictment, was adjourned to January 18.

Police said Burrows died at Exuma International Airport while awaiting transport to New Providence for medical treatment.

Anderson was relieved of his duties following the incident.

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source https://thenassauguardian.com/former-officer-charged-with-manslaughter/

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