Royal Navy sailor sentenced to jail in Bahrain

A mother is worried about her son, who is in jail in Bahrain after being sentenced for breaking up a fight. Kirsty Reynolds fears that her 22-year-old son, Owen Haggerty, will not come out alive. He was sentenced to three months in detention, which has left her feeling devastated. Owen was arrested after he intervened in a fight between a couple. Kirsty claims he did not have a chance to defend himself in court. She described the moment she learned of her son's sentence as surreal. "The colour drained from my face," she said. Owen, who joined the Royal Navy in 2021, had been excited about his first deployment in Bahrain. He had told his mother he was enjoying his time there. Now, he finds himself in a dangerous environment alongside serious criminals, which has caused him great stress. His family is worried about his mental state. Kirsty mentioned that Owen is trying to stay positive but feels overwhelmed. His brother, Jack, has traveled to Bahrain to help bring him home. The family has already spent over £4,000 on legal fees and is working with officials in the UK to secure Owen's release. The Royal Navy stated that they are prioritizing Owen's welfare. They are in contact with the British Embassy and local authorities in Bahrain, providing support through visits and legal assistance.