Man charged with murder over female pastor’s death

From left: An image from SVGTV of the accused appearing in court today (May 13) and another image of the accused at a church service.

By Admin. Updated 10:36 a.m., Wednesday, May 13, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).

A man has been charged with murder in the case where a female pastor was killed at her home in Diamond on April 21, 2026.

The accused, Bronson Parris, appeared before the Serious Offenses Court this morning to answer the charge. He was not allowed to plead.

No bail was allowed. He is remanded in police custody. He was handed over to the Mental Health Services for observation and evaluation.

Another court hearing will be held at a date to be announced to hear the matter.

The deceased is Sheila Rose Claire Williams, a 60-year-old retiree and prophetess. Her body was discovered at her home in Diamond at approximately 1:15 p.m. on April 21, 2026, with injuries to her body.

Anyone with information that may assist the police investigation is asked to contact: Police Emergency: 999 / 911, Police Control: (784) 457-1211, Criminal Investigations Department / Major Crimes Unit: (784) 456-1810.

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