Vybz Kartel and Shawn Storm Issues Statements still claiming their innocence

Vybz Kartel and Shawn Storm, the two most recognized names in the murder trial, has issued a statement on their lengthy sentences.

The two dancehall stars released handwritten notes thanking their fans and families but maintain their innocence.

Vybz Kartel, born Adidja Palmer, was sentenced to 35 years to life imprisonment for the August 16, 2011 murder of Clive "Lizard" Williams.

Shawn Storm, real name Shawn Campbell, was sentenced to life also but will be eligible for parole in 25 years.

The other two men Kahira Jones and Andre St John were given 25 and 30 years respectively before being eligible for parole.

In his handwritten note, Vybz Kartel says he did not kill Clive Williams.

"I would first like to again reiterate that I never killed Clive Williams nor did I order his killing," the statement reads. "To my family I want to say thank you for being there for me. Equally to my fans whose unremitting support matters to me! Bless, Kartel."

Shawn Storm also maintained his innocence in Clive Williams murder.

He also thank his fans and family for their support and assured them that he is doing good.

"To the fans and fams I am an innocent man and I am just saying I am good and in great health and spirit," Shawn Storm said. "So from me to the fans and ma fams and my mother, daughter and family I am confident that in the long run I will be vindicated."

The four men are currently serving their life sentence at the Tower Street Adult Correctional Centre.

Vybz Kartel lawyers are already moving to file an appeal on behalf of the dancehall star

Hard Labour for the GAZA Don

Vybz Kartel will be doing lot of ploughing, bushing and sanitation work in prison.

The deejay who was yesterday sentenced to life at hard labour in the Supreme Court is expected to engage in ploughing, bushing and sanitation work to fulfill the hard labour of his sentence

In an exclusive interview the Department of Correctional Services Project Manager, Vanna Lawrence explains.

The 38 year old dancehall deejay Vybz Kartel will be eligible for parole in 35 years when he’s 73 years old.

Vanna Lawrence Department of Correctional Services Project Manager further explains. 

The other men convicted are also facing life sentences.

Fellow entertainer Shawn Storm is eligible for parole in 25 years so too is Kahira Jones while Andre St. John will be eligible in 30 years.

Vybz Kartel, Shawn Storm, Kahira Jones and Andre St. John were found guilty on March 13 for the murder of Clive Lizard Williams following 65 days of trial.

Shane Williams was the only one found not guilty.

Vybz Kartel and Shawn Storm in messages to family and fans following their sentences have maintained their innocence.

Kartel’s attorneys have already started the appeal process.