Toddler son of former PNP MP found dead in pool
Jolyan Silvera
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August 29, 2017

Toddler son of former PNP MP found dead in pool

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The son of former People’s National Party (PNP) Member of Parliament for St Mary West, Jolyan Silvera, was yesterday found dead in a swimming pool at his Kingston home.

According to police reports, one-year-old Justin Silvera was at home with his father and caregiver, who were reportedly having a conversation in the kitchen, when it was realised that the toddler went missing.

Subsequent checks were made and Justin was found floating in the pool.

He was rushed to the University Hospital of the West Indies, where he was pronounced dead.

The PNP last evening tweeted its condolences to Silvera.

“Our heartfelt condolences to Jolyan Silvera and family at this difficult time. Love from your PNP family,” the party said on Twitter.

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