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Minister Mourns Death of 16-Year-Old Portsmouth Teen, Calls For Greater Parental Responsibility to Protect Children

14 August 2026
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Health with responsibility for children at risk, Dr Cassandra Williams, has expressed sadness over the death of 16-year-old Jerbiah Paul of PORTSMOUTH.   

The remains of Jerbiah PAUL were discovered in Capuchin this week. Police officer Jean-Luc Langlais was charged with murder. 

The Minister says parents and guardians have a responsibility to protect children in Dominica.  

Minister of state in the Ministry of Health with responsibility for children at risk Dr Cassandra Williams