Elmer Nah Finally Indicted on 3 Counts of Murder

Today, former police officer, Elmer Nah was indicted on six counts for the December 2022 triple murder of Jon, David, and Vivian Ramnarace in Belmopan, and for the attempted murder of Yemi Alberto. He appeared in court, represented by Senior Counsel Godfrey Smith, and was read the first indictment of three counts of murder, and one count of attempted murder. His second indictment included one count of use of deadly means of harm and one count of wounding which will be tried by a jury. Nah pleaded not guilty to all charges. Justice Pilgrim informed Nah that he has the right to a bail application; the right to enter a guilty plea and the right to a deduction of his sentence if he were to plead guilty. Justice Pilgrim then said that if he pleaded not guilty, his case would be heard by a judge alone, however, the second indictment for use of deadly means of harm and wounding would be heard before a jury. Nah was informed of his right to enter into a plea discussion with the crown where he, his attorney, and the prosecution will discuss his case after which, they may offer him the opportunity to plea to a lesser charge or an opportunity for him to plea to another charge.