Omeca Primo, the 36-year-old owner of Primo’s Import and Primo’s Taxi Service, was remanded to prison following charges of obtaining money under false pretences.
The charges, totalling thirteen counts, stem from allegations that she fraudulently obtained $11.3 million from thirteen individuals by falsely claiming ownership of motor vehicles available for sale.Primo was arrested last Wednesday and subsequently charged on Friday under Section 194 of the Criminal Law (Offences) Act, Chapter 8:01.
She appeared in Court #5 of the Georgetown Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Faith McGusty, where she was not required to enter a plea.
The case has been adjourned until November 8, 2024, for further reporting.In addition to the charges against Primo, investigations are ongoing, with a total of forty-two other victims having provided statements to authorities. Further charges are expected to be laid as the inquiry continues.
