PNP comments on Jolyan Silvera's murder charge

The People's National Party (PNP) has issued a statement emphasising the importance of due process and the rule of law in the wake of a murder charge being laid against its member, Jolyan Silvera, in relation to the death of his wife, Melissa.

Detectives assigned to the Major Investigation Division (MID) charged the former St Mary Western Member of Parliament today following a third round of questioning.

Initial reports stated that Melissa died in her sleep on November 10 of natural cause, a month shy of her eighth wedding anniversary. 

An autopsy performed three weeks after her death unearthed at least three bullet fragments in her body.

In its statement today, the PNP urged members of the public with information that can assist the police investigation to come forward.

FULL STATEMENT:

The People's National Party notes the charges brought against Jolyan Silvera in connection with the murder of his wife, Melissa Silvera.

The People's National Party is committed to upholding the principles of justice and accountability and emphasises the importance of the rule of law and due process. 

We call upon members of the public who have information that can assist the police investigation to do so, so that no stone is left unturned in the pursuit of justice for Melissa. 

We again express our sincere condolences to Melissa's children and family, and we ask Jamaica to keep them in our prayers as they go through this terrible and tragic ordeal.

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