Holness orders thorough investigation into fire which left 3 children dead

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed sorrow and outrage following this morning’s tragic fire in St. Ann which claimed the lives of three children.

Dead are two-year-old Tavaughno Mattis, four-year-old Tashanie Mattis, and seven-year-old Tashana Mattis.

Reports are that the children perished in a blaze at their home in Walkerswood, St. Ann sometime around 2:00 AM.

Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford said their remains were discovered during cooling-down operations.

The children’s grandmother and a 5-year-old child escaped the blaze.

In a statement this afternoon, Prime Minister Holness lamented that this is the second instance of children dying in a fire in recent days.

Just Wednesday, a five-year-old girl perished in a house fire in Whitehall, Kingston, while in the care of an elderly relative.

Mr. Holness said the latest incident highlights gaps in vigilance and responsible parenting.

He urged parents not to neglect their parental responsibilities.

He added that he has directed the relevant authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly and provide support to the families and community.

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St Andrew Central police issues stern warning to criminals following increase in murders

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed sorrow and outrage following this morning’s tragic fire in St. Ann which claimed the lives of three children.

Dead are two-year-old Tavaughno Mattis, four-year-old Tashanie Mattis, and seven-year-old Tashana Mattis.

Reports are that the children perished in a blaze at their home in Walkerswood, St. Ann sometime around 2:00 AM.

Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford said their remains were discovered during cooling-down operations.

The children’s grandmother and a 5-year-old child escaped the blaze.

In a statement this afternoon, Prime Minister Holness lamented that this is the second instance of children dying in a fire in recent days.

Just Wednesday, a five-year-old girl perished in a house fire in Whitehall, Kingston, while in the care of an elderly relative.

Mr. Holness said the latest incident highlights gaps in vigilance and responsible parenting.

He urged parents not to neglect their parental responsibilities.

He added that he has directed the relevant authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly and provide support to the families and community.

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Police say 34 people were killed in Jamaica in the first 11 days of January

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed sorrow and outrage following this morning’s tragic fire in St. Ann which claimed the lives of three children.

Dead are two-year-old Tavaughno Mattis, four-year-old Tashanie Mattis, and seven-year-old Tashana Mattis.

Reports are that the children perished in a blaze at their home in Walkerswood, St. Ann sometime around 2:00 AM.

Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford said their remains were discovered during cooling-down operations.

The children’s grandmother and a 5-year-old child escaped the blaze.

In a statement this afternoon, Prime Minister Holness lamented that this is the second instance of children dying in a fire in recent days.

Just Wednesday, a five-year-old girl perished in a house fire in Whitehall, Kingston, while in the care of an elderly relative.

Mr. Holness said the latest incident highlights gaps in vigilance and responsible parenting.

He urged parents not to neglect their parental responsibilities.

He added that he has directed the relevant authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly and provide support to the families and community.

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Police arrest 10 people in cordon & search operation in Brown’s Town, St. Ann

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed sorrow and outrage following this morning’s tragic fire in St. Ann which claimed the lives of three children.

Dead are two-year-old Tavaughno Mattis, four-year-old Tashanie Mattis, and seven-year-old Tashana Mattis.

Reports are that the children perished in a blaze at their home in Walkerswood, St. Ann sometime around 2:00 AM.

Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford said their remains were discovered during cooling-down operations.

The children’s grandmother and a 5-year-old child escaped the blaze.

In a statement this afternoon, Prime Minister Holness lamented that this is the second instance of children dying in a fire in recent days.

Just Wednesday, a five-year-old girl perished in a house fire in Whitehall, Kingston, while in the care of an elderly relative.

Mr. Holness said the latest incident highlights gaps in vigilance and responsible parenting.

He urged parents not to neglect their parental responsibilities.

He added that he has directed the relevant authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly and provide support to the families and community.

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Malahoo Forte hopeful constitutional reform process will proceed smoothly with full support from the Opposition

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed sorrow and outrage following this morning’s tragic fire in St. Ann which claimed the lives of three children.

Dead are two-year-old Tavaughno Mattis, four-year-old Tashanie Mattis, and seven-year-old Tashana Mattis.

Reports are that the children perished in a blaze at their home in Walkerswood, St. Ann sometime around 2:00 AM.

Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford said their remains were discovered during cooling-down operations.

The children’s grandmother and a 5-year-old child escaped the blaze.

In a statement this afternoon, Prime Minister Holness lamented that this is the second instance of children dying in a fire in recent days.

Just Wednesday, a five-year-old girl perished in a house fire in Whitehall, Kingston, while in the care of an elderly relative.

Mr. Holness said the latest incident highlights gaps in vigilance and responsible parenting.

He urged parents not to neglect their parental responsibilities.

He added that he has directed the relevant authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly and provide support to the families and community.

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Three children perish in house fire in Walkerswood, St. Ann

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed sorrow and outrage following this morning’s tragic fire in St. Ann which claimed the lives of three children.

Dead are two-year-old Tavaughno Mattis, four-year-old Tashanie Mattis, and seven-year-old Tashana Mattis.

Reports are that the children perished in a blaze at their home in Walkerswood, St. Ann sometime around 2:00 AM.

Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford said their remains were discovered during cooling-down operations.

The children’s grandmother and a 5-year-old child escaped the blaze.

In a statement this afternoon, Prime Minister Holness lamented that this is the second instance of children dying in a fire in recent days.

Just Wednesday, a five-year-old girl perished in a house fire in Whitehall, Kingston, while in the care of an elderly relative.

Mr. Holness said the latest incident highlights gaps in vigilance and responsible parenting.

He urged parents not to neglect their parental responsibilities.

He added that he has directed the relevant authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly and provide support to the families and community.

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Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed sorrow and outrage following this morning’s tragic fire in St. Ann which claimed the lives of three children.

Dead are two-year-old Tavaughno Mattis, four-year-old Tashanie Mattis, and seven-year-old Tashana Mattis.

Reports are that the children perished in a blaze at their home in Walkerswood, St. Ann sometime around 2:00 AM.

Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford said their remains were discovered during cooling-down operations.

The children’s grandmother and a 5-year-old child escaped the blaze.

In a statement this afternoon, Prime Minister Holness lamented that this is the second instance of children dying in a fire in recent days.

Just Wednesday, a five-year-old girl perished in a house fire in Whitehall, Kingston, while in the care of an elderly relative.

Mr. Holness said the latest incident highlights gaps in vigilance and responsible parenting.

He urged parents not to neglect their parental responsibilities.

He added that he has directed the relevant authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly and provide support to the families and community.

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Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed sorrow and outrage following this morning’s tragic fire in St. Ann which claimed the lives of three children.

Dead are two-year-old Tavaughno Mattis, four-year-old Tashanie Mattis, and seven-year-old Tashana Mattis.

Reports are that the children perished in a blaze at their home in Walkerswood, St. Ann sometime around 2:00 AM.

Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford said their remains were discovered during cooling-down operations.

The children’s grandmother and a 5-year-old child escaped the blaze.

In a statement this afternoon, Prime Minister Holness lamented that this is the second instance of children dying in a fire in recent days.

Just Wednesday, a five-year-old girl perished in a house fire in Whitehall, Kingston, while in the care of an elderly relative.

Mr. Holness said the latest incident highlights gaps in vigilance and responsible parenting.

He urged parents not to neglect their parental responsibilities.

He added that he has directed the relevant authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly and provide support to the families and community.

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Two Haitian women found at house in Hectors River taken into police custody

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed sorrow and outrage following this morning’s tragic fire in St. Ann which claimed the lives of three children.

Dead are two-year-old Tavaughno Mattis, four-year-old Tashanie Mattis, and seven-year-old Tashana Mattis.

Reports are that the children perished in a blaze at their home in Walkerswood, St. Ann sometime around 2:00 AM.

Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford said their remains were discovered during cooling-down operations.

The children’s grandmother and a 5-year-old child escaped the blaze.

In a statement this afternoon, Prime Minister Holness lamented that this is the second instance of children dying in a fire in recent days.

Just Wednesday, a five-year-old girl perished in a house fire in Whitehall, Kingston, while in the care of an elderly relative.

Mr. Holness said the latest incident highlights gaps in vigilance and responsible parenting.

He urged parents not to neglect their parental responsibilities.

He added that he has directed the relevant authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly and provide support to the families and community.

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Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed sorrow and outrage following this morning’s tragic fire in St. Ann which claimed the lives of three children.

Dead are two-year-old Tavaughno Mattis, four-year-old Tashanie Mattis, and seven-year-old Tashana Mattis.

Reports are that the children perished in a blaze at their home in Walkerswood, St. Ann sometime around 2:00 AM.

Jamaica Fire Brigade Commissioner Stewart Beckford said their remains were discovered during cooling-down operations.

The children’s grandmother and a 5-year-old child escaped the blaze.

In a statement this afternoon, Prime Minister Holness lamented that this is the second instance of children dying in a fire in recent days.

Just Wednesday, a five-year-old girl perished in a house fire in Whitehall, Kingston, while in the care of an elderly relative.

Mr. Holness said the latest incident highlights gaps in vigilance and responsible parenting.

He urged parents not to neglect their parental responsibilities.

He added that he has directed the relevant authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly and provide support to the families and community.

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