A GOLD miner was yesterday placed on $90,000 bail by Magistrate Judy Latchman after he appeared in court on a wounding charge.

Michael Douglas, 40 years, of 111 Miles, Mahdia, pleaded not guilty to the charge that said on Monday, November 17 at 111 Miles, Mahdia, in the Essequibo Magisterial District, he unlawfully and maliciously wounded Deon Giles.
Police Prosecutor, Joel Ricknauth told the court that on the day in question the virtual complainant (VC) borrowed a torch that is used to melt gold from Douglas. However, the defendant alleged that Giles stole some gold from him. As a result a fight ensued and the defendant drew a cutlass and Giles received injuries on his left hand.
Representing the defendant is attorney-at-law, Mr. Adrian Thompson. In a bail application, he told the court that his client is married with eight children and has no prior or pending matter before any court.
According to the defence counsel, he was instructed that his client also received injuries and was supposed to seek a medical certificate. He added that Douglas lost a tooth as a result of the altercation with the virtual complainant.
The Police Prosecutor did not oppose bail but requested that the matter be transferred to the Mahdia Court.
Bail was granted and the matter stands adjourned for today before Magistrate Ann McLennan.