I find it absolutely compelling to respond to a Punch
article today – Monday October 03, 2011 - entitled:
Marco Kidnapped Near House
Of Suspect’s Gay Pal.
The article named my brother, Marvin Dames; former police
deputy chief as a cousin of the suspect involved in the murder of young Marco
Archer.
It’s an absolute lie which reflects The Punch’s criminal
attitude and behavior towards ordinary citizens just to sell a few papers. The Punch is no different than any
other thug on our streets; as the old saying goes: A liar is a thief and a
thief is a murderer.
In this hostile criminal environment in The Bahamas where
citizens are not thinking straight and people are on the edge, The Punch and
others are fueling the fire with lies and pure character assassination that
hurt families and individuals to the core.
With the naming of Marvin Dames in your story Mr. Punch man,
you have insulted and libel the entire Dames family.
Marco Archer’s murder is a serious matter, and the like of
The Punch are treating it as an opportunity to make money and get attention;
even if it means hurting and defaming others.
I cry shame on The Punch and its punkish editor for being
totally careless and vicious.
Dear Editor: