American arrested over ammunition in Turks and Caicos avoids prison time
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands — An American will avoid any more time behind bars, a judge ruled Friday, after the Oklahoma resident was arrested on the islands with four rounds of ammunition found in his luggage.
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands — An American will avoid any more time behind bars, a judge ruled Friday, after the Oklahoma resident was arrested on the islands with four rounds of ammunition found in his luggage.
Justice Lobban Jackson sentenced 40-year-old Ryan Watson to time served and a $2,000 fine, or $500 for each round, which he paid shortly after court was adjourned.
Watson departed the islands, headed home to the United States, at about 3:30 p.m. local time.
Ryan Watson changed from his suit and tie after leaving court.Juliette Arcodia / NBC News"So happy the judge took a holistic approach. It was nerve wracking, still, knowing that the prosecution was still pursing a 12-year sentence," a relieved Watson told reporters outside of court.
"I'm going to pay this fine, go home and see those kids," Watson added.
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