August 29, 2023
17-y-o burn victim airlifted to Texas for medical treatment
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Alecia King, the 17-year-old who was doused with gasoline and set ablaze allegedly by her ex-boyfriend while she slept, departed Jamaica Tuesday afternoon for Texas, United States to receive more medical attention.
She was airlifted from the Norman Manley International Airport, and was previously receiving medical attention at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI).
On Friday, King’s sister, Samantha, had pleaded with the administration at the UHWI to fast track a medical certificate which was necessary for the teen to receive medical attention overseas.
The suspect involved in the incident is still being sought by the police.