Note discovered as T&T councillor and husband found dead at home

In a tragic incident that has shaken Trinidad and Tobago, local government councillor Romona Victor and her husband Rodney Ramsumair were found dead at their home in Siparia, southern Trinidad, on Sunday. Authorities have recovered a handwritten note, a bottle of herbicide, two cellphones, and an Apple iPad from the scene. Autopsies are scheduled for this week to determine the cause of death. Initial examinations revealed no visible signs of violence on the bodies of the 36-year-old UNC member and her 45-year-old husband, who leave behind one child. The couple’s bodies were discovered by a relative who, upon receiving no response, entered the home and found them unresponsive on a bed. The incident has prompted widespread mourning and renewed calls to address domestic violence, particularly as the world prepares to observe the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls on Tuesday. Opposition Leader Pennelope Beckles emphasized that grief and domestic violence transcend political affiliations, urging compassion and collective action. Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar highlighted the importance of supporting those facing personal struggles and encouraged individuals to seek help without fear. Siparia Mayor Doodnath Mayhroo paid tribute to Councillor Victor’s legacy of service and compassion, which continues to inspire the community.