Man charged for stealing $2M from money changer

Jamal Cromwell, a 31-year-old construction worker, was granted bail on Wednesday when he appeared at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on a charge of simple larceny.

Cromwell is accused of stealing $2 million in cash from money changer Carl Van Rossum on September 09 at Longden and America Streets in Georgetown.

Cromwell appeared before Principal Magistrate Faith McGusty, who read the charge to him, to which he pleaded not guilty.

According to police statements presented in court, Cromwell had previously pawned the motorcycle to Van Rossum at the same location in January 2024.

On September 9, Van Rossum parked the motorcycle with $2M cash secured under the seat. He noticed Cromwell in the vicinity, after which the accused hopped onto the motorcycle and rode off.

After the incident was reported to the police, an investigation led to Cromwell’s arrest. During questioning, he admitted to riding away with the motorcycle but denied stealing the money.

In court, Cromwell expressed remorse, stating, “I used to be a thief… but me ain’t take any money… today is my birthday.”

The Magistrate granted him bail in the amount of $200,000, with conditions to keep the peace. Cromwell is scheduled to return to court on October 23, 2024.