AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoJustice System Upgrade: Saint Lucia has appointed its first coroner, Desma Charles, after creating a dedicated Coroners Court to handle deaths that are unnatural but not criminal—like deaths in custody, fatal accidents, and suspected suicides. Public Safety: Police charged 29-year-old Seth Shem John with two counts of murder over the Marchand Road shooting that killed two people on May 9. Investigation Update: In Castries, police identified 48-year-old Christopher John Edward as the man found dead at La Pansee, with gunshot wounds; the homicide probe continues. Health Preparedness: Saint Lucia is stepping up Ebola readiness with stronger port health checks, upgraded surveillance, staff training, and CARPHA-led testing for suspected cases. Community & Environment: Lucian Carnival pageant delegates are continuing a second-year tree-planting initiative tied to environmental stewardship. Sports & Youth: CPL and UWI have opened applications for the 2026 internship programme, offering a sports marketing course plus hands-on tournament experience. Regional Climate Warning: A new WMO report says sea level rise, stronger hurricanes, and extreme heat are intensifying pressure across Latin America and the Caribbean.
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