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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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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Spanish Town Hospital probing allegations of negligence related to care of 18-year-old who died at the facility

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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Education Ministry investigating payroll issues at Bethel Primary

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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MOCA seize documents and electronic data during operations related to St Catherine Municipal Corporation

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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Fire destroys apartment at Turtle Beach Towers in Ocho Rios

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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NSWMA considering night-time collection to improve efficiency and avoid traffic

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 detain 2 suspects in Clarendon shooting which left 1 dead & 3 wounded; curfew imposed in the community

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.

Read More