Calls for Calm Following Death of Jermaine Clarke

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts — The National Secretariat for Human Security and Well-being and the St. Kitts-Nevis Labour Party issued urgent appeals for peace on Sunday following the fatal shooting of Collision Band lead singer Jermaine “Chubby” Clarke in Keys Village. The Secretariat is urging citizens to exercise restraint and prioritize peaceful conflict resolution as the Easter holiday weekend continues, emphasizing that the tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the national consequences of violence.

The call for calm comes as the Federation grapples with the loss the Kollision Band leader. In a formal statement, the Secretariat highlighted that safety is a “shared responsibility” requiring active cooperation between the public and law enforcement to protect the progress made in reducing national violence.

“The incident is a reminder that every act of violence carries consequences, not just for individuals, but for families, communities, and the nation as a whole,” the Secretariat stated.

The St. Kitts-Nevis Labour Party also expressed profound shock and regret over the passing of the local icon. The party revealed that the Kollision Band had been scheduled to headline the annual Easter Monday Family Fun Day at the St. Paul’s Sports Complex on Monday.

In their statement, the Labour Party condemned the violence and extended condolences to the creative community and Clarke’s family. Both the Party and the Secretariat are encouraging anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward and cooperate fully with the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force.

To support a grieving community, the Secretariat encouraged those affected by the tragedy to access available counseling and intervention programs. Officials noted that while the Federation has seen meaningful progress in safety, such progress must be protected through “responsible action and collective effort” during this sensitive time.