Conn. Banker Allegedly Killed Hotel Worker on Caribbean Vacation — But He Claims Self-Defense

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A Connecticut investment banker who was vacationing on the Caribbean island of Anguilla is accused of killing a hotel worker.

Gavin Scott Hapgood, a 44-year-old UBS financial advisor, is charged with manslaughter in the death of Kenny Mitchel. According to local newspaperThe Anguillian, the death certificate shows that on April 14, the 27-year old father and hotel maintenance worker died from prone restraint, asphyxia and blunt force trauma to the head, neck and torso.

Hapgood was initially denied bail but three days after the incident, he was released on $74,000 bond, angering many locals.

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Mitchel’s family members say they are too upset to talk.

A statement from Kelcey Kintner, a spokewoman for Hapgood, claims he acted in self-defense after Mitchel tried to rob him.

“Despite false reports to the contrary, the Hapgoods never called maintenance. Neither invited nor expected, the worker showed up unannounced in uniform at the hotel room, claiming he was there to fix a broken sink before carrying out his sudden, violent attack on the family,” the statement continues.

A spokeswoman for UBS tells PEOPLE, “We are aware of the recent events in Anguilla and are following the situation closely. As you will appreciate, it would not be appropriate for us to provide any comment in relation to an active criminal proceeding.”

Hapgood is expected back in court in Anguilla on August 22.

source: people.com