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CHARLOTTE HARPER ANTANANARIVO, MADAGASCAR 237864 17/04/2016 POLICE NATIONALE DE MADAGASCAR
MADAGASCAR NATIONAL POLICE DEPARTMENT Incident Report
Name: Katherine Harper Date of Birth: August 4 Nationality: British Booking Number: 237864 Date of Arrest: April 17, 2016 Location of Arrest: Antananarivo, Madagascar
Charges: 1. Possession of Stolen Artifacts 2. Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer
Details of Incident:
1. Possession of Stolen Artifacts: On April 17, 2016, Katherine Harper was apprehended in Antananarivo during a routine patrol by local law enforcement. The suspect was found in possession of several artifacts, including ancient statuettes, ceremonial masks, and rare coins, which were determined to be of significant historical and cultural value. Initial investigations reveal these items were obtained through illegal excavation, as no proper permits or documentation were provided. The artifacts were seized and are now under review by the National Museum of Madagascar for further examination and verification of their origin.
2. Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer: During the arrest process, Katherine Harper exhibited aggressive and hostile behavior towards law enforcement personnel. When approached for questioning, she violently resisted and physically confronted Officer Jean-René Andrianarivo. The altercation resulted in severe injuries to Officer Andrianarivo, including multiple fractures and a concussion. Officer Andrianarivo required immediate medical attention and is currently hospitalized at the Antananarivo Central Hospital. Katherine Harper was subdued with force and taken into custody following the incident.
Witness Statements: - Witness 1: Mireille Rakotomalala reported observing the suspect engaging in unauthorized excavation and possessing unregistered artifacts. Mireille stated that Katherine Harper appeared agitated and uncooperative when confronted. - Witness 2: Lucien Randrianarivo witnessed the physical altercation between the suspect and Officer Andrianarivo. Lucien confirmed that the suspect's actions were violent and resulted in serious injuries to the officer.
Evidence Collected: - Artifacts: Ancient statuettes, ceremonial masks, rare coins - Video footage: Surveillance footage from the area showing the confrontation and possession of artifacts - Medical report: Detailed report of Officer Andrianarivo's injuries, including fractures and a concussion
Actions Taken: - Artifacts have been confiscated and are under review by the National Museum of Madagascar. - The suspect, Katherine Harper, is currently held in custody awaiting trial on charges of possession of stolen artifacts and assault on a law enforcement officer. - Officer Jean-René Andrianarivo is receiving treatment for his injuries and remains hospitalized.
Report Filed By: Sandro Rakoto Date of Report: April 18, 2016
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Report on Bail Arrangement
Date: April 25, 2016 Location: Antananarivo, Madagascar
Subject: Katherine Harper Charges: Possession of Stolen Artifacts, Assault on Law Enforcement Officer
Bail Amount: £117,000 GBP
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Report:
On April 19, 2016, Katherine Harper's father, Richard Harper, a British national and International Business Consultant, intervened to secure his daughter's release from detention. Richard Harper, leveraging his substantial financial resources, offered a bail amount of £117,000 GBP to expedite his daughter's release.
The bail arrangement was facilitated due to Richard Harper's willingness to provide a significant sum, surpassing the standard bail requirements for such offenses. The high monetary offer was crucial in ensuring Katherine Harper's prompt release, given the severity of the charges and the substantial injuries inflicted on the law enforcement officer involved.
The bail was processed through local legal channels, and Katherine Harper was released from custody on the morning of April 24, 2016. The payment of the bail was accompanied by a commitment from Richard Harper to cover any additional legal fees and ensure Katherine's compliance with the legal process.
