Murder investigation underway in the death of former PNP MP, Joylan Silvera’s wife
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The police have confirmed that a murder investigation into the death of Melissa Silvera, the wife of former PNP member of parliament, Joylan Silvera, has been launched.
It was previously reported that Silvera died in her sleep on November 10.
While speaking with Observer Online, Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of crime and security, Fitz Bailey confirmed that a murder investigation is ongoing.
According to Nationwide News, the police upgraded their probe after Silvera’s post mortem examination revealed she was shot at least three times. It was also reported that Silvera’s husband has retained the services of a King’s Counsel, and he was interviewed by scene-of-crime investigators.
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The Silveras tied the knot in December 2015.
Tragically, in 2017, the Silveras experienced another heartbreaking loss when their two-year-old son, Justin, drowned in a pool at their Stony Hill, St Andrew home.
