Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to judicial independence following new reports that crucial evidence in the Kimberly De Leon and Chakadan Daniel cases was never lost.

An August 22, 2025, report from the Saint Lucia Daily Post indicated that a confidential police source confirmed that the crucial evidential pieces were still within police custody.

Prime Minister Pierre, on Monday however,  stated that he is awaiting an official police briefing but stressed that the executive must not interfere in matters of justice.

“I guess in that instance, probably, the Director of Public Prosecutions may get involved. But I want to make it clear, I want to make it clear that we still have a separation of powers in this country. Anytime the political directorate gets involved in prosecution, you have chaos. Prosecution must be left to the Director of Public Prosecutions and the system that follows,” he said.

The Prime Minister described political interference in the judicial process as a dangerous trend, and underscored the importance of keeping the system free from partisan influence.

“I’m sorry if you think I didn’t answer the question, but I want to tell you, I want to keep that sacred. Sacred, not for me, but for the future. Politicians getting involved in judicial processes, particularly when you have vindictive and revengeful politicians,” Pierre noted.

He added that while his role as Prime Minister is to ensure that the necessary facilities for the justice system are provided, he would not compromise the principle of non-interference.

“My job is to ensure that the facilities needed for the judicial process continue. But interference – I will not interfere,” Pierre affirmed.

The Prime Minister’s comments come at a time when the public continues to press for answers in both high-profile cases, with growing calls for transparency and justice.