ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada, December 28th, 2011 -- Prime Minister Tillman Thomas has expressed sympathy with the relatives and friends of Oscar Bartholomew, who died as a result of an incident in St. David on Boxing Day.
The Prime Minister, who is also Grenada’s Minister of Legal Affairs, visited with family members of the deceased on Wednesday and expressed sorrow at the incident.
The Grenadian leader was accompanied by the Member of Parliament for St. David, Denis Michael Lett and Minister with responsibility for Information, Information Communications Technology (ICT) and Mobilisation, in the Prime Minister’s Office, Senator Glen Noel.
Prime Minister Thomas promised his full support to ensuring the determination of the facts of the incident and has asked the Attorney General’s Chambers to help with the investigation.
The Prime Minister this morning emphasized the need for a “full and unimpeded” investigation into the incident. The following is the full text of the statement.
“As Prime Minister and Minister for National Security, I sympathize with the family and friends of Oscar Bartholomew, the victim of a tragedy in St. David on Boxing Day.
I have been informed by Police Commissioner Willan Thompson that an investigation is underway to determine the facts.
I have asked the Commissioner for a full report, once the investigation is completed. I will give all the necessary support and make the resources available, to ensure a full and transparent process.
I have directed the respective government departments and agencies, including the Attorney General’s Chambers, to provide the support necessary for the full and unimpeded investigation of this occurrence.”
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