Desmond Ballentine
Desmond 'Ninja Man' Ballentine is a well-known Jamaican dancehall artist and entertainer who has been a significant figure in the music industry since the 1980s. His career has been marked by a series of popular hits and a distinctive style that blends humor and social commentary. However, his legal troubles have overshadowed his musical achievements, as he was convicted in 2017 for his involvement in a murder case and is currently awaiting the outcome of an appeal hearing.
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Recent news mentions
Desmond 'Ninjaman' Ballentine was convicted of murder along with his co-accused.
Crown defends Ninjaman convictions | News
Jamaica· 2026-07-24
Desmond 'Ninjaman' Ballentine is a convicted murderer whose lawyers argue that his case should never have been tried due to unfair proceedings.
Defence declares Ninjaman 'should never have been tried' | NewsJamaica· 2026-07-23
Desmond 'Ninja Man' Ballentine is involved in an appeal hearing regarding his conviction for murder.
Ninja Man and co-accused appeal hearing delayed again, to begin Wednesday | NewsJamaica· 2026-07-20