Authorities in Jamaica have initiated parallel investigations following the death of a detainee in police custody in St Mary over the weekend. The Inspectorate and Professional Standards Oversight Bureau (IPROB) alongside the Independent Commission of Investigations (Indecom) are examining the circumstances that led to the fatal incident.
The deceased has been identified as 34-year-old Eraldo Francis, also known as “Nagram,” a contractor from Tremolesworth, Highgate. Francis was being held on serious charges including murder, use of a firearm to commit a felony, possession of a prohibited weapon, and unauthorized possession of ammunition.
Preliminary reports from law enforcement indicate that the incident occurred at approximately 12:20 pm on Saturday when Francis became involved in a physical confrontation with fellow inmates. The altercation resulted in injuries that necessitated medical attention. Francis was subsequently transported to a medical facility where he was officially pronounced dead.
While the St Mary Criminal Investigations Branch continues its routine inquiry into the matter, the involvement of both IPROB and Indecom signifies a comprehensive review of custodial procedures and incident response protocols. The dual investigation aims to ensure transparency and accountability in determining the factors that contributed to the fatal outcome.