Teen’s death caused by drowning due to blunt trauma

The Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) provided an update on the death of FairHall teen, Matthew DaSouza.

The body of the 13-year-0ld was found at Sion Hill Bay on September 30, 2024, naked from the waist down with apparent injuries to the head.

A post-mortem examination conducted on October 2, 2024, revealed that Da Souza’s cause of death was drowning, due to or as a consequence of blunt trauma to the head.

One person, an 11-year-old girl, is currently assisting the police with inquiries, and investigations are ongoing. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.