The Tribune

By LAMECH JOHNSON ljohnson@tribunemedia.net THE Supreme Court murder trial of a man accused of his brother's stabbing death on Valentine's Day last year was postponed yesterday morning. Because a 12-member jury was not empanelled before yesterday's proceedings could take place, Cyril Charles Lockhart, 25, Stapeldon Gardens was told by Senior Justice Isaacs to return to court on Monday, January 23. Lockhart is accused of killing his brother, Luigi Lockhart, and was charged in Magistrate's Court in connection with that death. Luigi, the 15th homicide victim of 2011, was reportedly stabbed in the chest during an argument at his home. The Blenheim Road accused, who is currently on bail, nearly had a warrant of arrest issued for him yesterday for not appearing before court began. His defence attorney, Geoffrey Farquharson, had explained to Senior Justice Isaacs that he had just spoken to his client on the phone who "was telling me of his circumstances. He can't be far from this court," he added. Mr Farquharson assured the magistrate that a warrant of arrest was not necessary, as he was sure his client was nearby. Senior Justice Isaacs replied: "If he does not make an appearance before this court, before the court rises, an arrest warrant will be issued for him." However, no less than five minutes later, the accused walked into court and was instructed to stand before the presiding judge. Having already dismissed the four witnesses expected to testify during trial, he informed Lockhart that his case was adjourned to Monday, January 23, at 10am. Terry Archer will prosecute the case.