TWO men appeared in the High Court in Demerara and pleaded guilty to the June 2021 murder of taxi driver, 53-year-old Kenrick Trim of Belfield Housing Scheme, East Coast Demerara (ECD).

Seyon James, also known as “Lil Alfey,” and Kenty Bacchus, called “Trini,” faced Chief Justice (ag) Navindra Singh in relation to the killing, which occurred during the course of a robbery.

The state’s case is being led by Prosecutor attorney Geneva Wills, with support from Attorneys Christopher Belfield and Simran Gajraj, while Bacchus is represented by Attorney-at-Law Audreanna Stephens. James’ lawyer is Glendon Greenidge.

According to the statement of agreed facts presented in court, Bacchus and James joined Trim in his taxi, registration #HC5311, on the morning of June 30, 2021, outside Beacon Café on Carmichael Street, Georgetown.

The pair reportedly took control of the vehicle and subdued Trim by choking him. During the incident, Bacchus witnessed James stab the taxi driver multiple times.

The men then abandoned Trim’s body in the bushes at the back of Pradoville, Ogle, East Coast Demerara.

Based on intelligence, police conducted a search at a location, where Bacchus was reportedly found in possession of Trim’s cellphone.

Bacchus later gave an interview under video/audio recording admitting to his part in the incident, and further identified himself and his accomplice on CСTV footage presented to him by the Police.

The case continues as the court prepares to hear further proceedings related to the sentencing of Bacchus which is scheduled for December 16. James will be sentenced the following day.