While previous reports claimed that the InDrive operator charged in the murder and abduction of Anisa Dilworth had refused to cooperate with police regarding access to his phone, his attorney is now pushing back against that narrative.
On Monday, the University of Technology (UTech) student’s case was brought before the St Catherine Parish Court, where new developments shifted the tone of the proceedings.
The judge presiding over the matter, Desiree Alleyne, has directed the Jamaica Constabulary Force’s cybercrime division to present the iPhone at the centre of the investigation, which is suspected to hold crucial digital evidence tied to the case.
In court, it was disclosed that the iPhone in question can be unlocked using facial recognition technology. Additionally, defence attorney Davion Vassell argued that his client, Jamar Grant, had never been asked to unlock the phone and maintained that Grant has “nothing to hide”.
Vassell also applied for bail on behalf of Grant, citing his previously clean record. However, prosecutors opposed the request, stating that Grant was safer behind bars and could potentially interfere with the ongoing investigation if released.
According to reports, two phones were initially seized from Grant after his arrest. Authorities believe both could contain critical information relating to the case. Police said Grant failed to comply with a previous production order to unlock the phones, leading to additional legal consequences. However, the defence claims there was no refusal, only a lack of communication.
To help clarify the current status of the phone’s investigation, the judge ordered that a senior member of the Communication Forensic and Cybercrime Division (CFCD) be brought before the court.
With those concerns now on the table, the judge postponed further arguments until July 4, when Grant’s legal team is expected to renew their push for bail. In the meantime, Grant remains in custody.
The murder and kidnapping charges laid against him came after the discovery of human remains along a beach in Hellshire. The remains were confirmed to be UTech student Anisa Dilworth following DNA results.