
Janiel Ballentine
Janiel Ballentine, son of convicted murderer Desmond 'Ninjaman' Ballentine, was in the news as his legal team challenged the validity of his conviction for the 2009 murder of Ricardo Johnson, arguing that the identification evidence against him was inadequate and unreliable.
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Janiel Ballentine is the son of Desmond Ballentine and was also convicted in the case.
Crown defends Ninjaman convictions | NewsThe Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·
Jamaica· 2026-07-24
Janiel Ballentine is Desmond Ballentine’s son, who is also involved in the legal proceedings regarding his conviction.
Defence declares Ninjaman 'should never have been tried' | NewsThe Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·
Jamaica· 2026-07-23













