By Admin. Updated 3:53 p.m., Tuesday, October 1, 2024, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).
Police say one individual is assisting them with investigations into the death of a teenager.
In an October 1 press release, the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) said it has launched a homicide investigation following the discovery of the body of 13-year-old Matthew Da Souza of Fair Hall.
Da Souza’s body was found on the beach at Sion Hill Bay on Monday, September 30, 2024, police said.
“Preliminary reports indicate that Da Souza’s body was discovered naked from the waist down, with apparent injuries to the head. A post-mortem examination is expected to be conducted to determine the exact cause of death. Police are actively pursuing all investigative leads,” police said in the press release.
“One person is currently assisting police with inquiries. As the investigation is ongoing, further details will be provided when necessary and appropriate,” the press release further stated.
The teen’s death marks the 34th homicide for 2024.
The RSVGPF said it is taking decisive action to ensure a thorough investigation and bring those responsible to justice. We urge anyone with information that may assist in this investigation to come forward.
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