MP Richard Lewis Expresses Sympathy to Family of Teen Mother and Calls for Greater Protection of Minors

PRESS RELEASE

As the Member of Parliament for St. Johns Rural West, I am deeply saddened and outraged by the recent tragic incident involving the loss of one of our young mothers, Yenifer Bridge, whose body was found under grievous circumstances.

This heinous act of violence has shocked our community, and underscores the urgent need for concerted efforts to protect our young people,
particularly our young girls.

My heart is especially grieved when I think of the young son she was forced to leave behind.

I offer my heartfelt condolences to her mother, Yulissa Bridge, who resides in the Rural West Constituency, as well as to Yenifer entire family and friends, during this incredibly difficult time.

As a father of a teenage daughter, I can only imagine the profound grief and sorrow they are experiencing.

No parent should ever have to endure such a devastating loss. I call on our community, and the nation at large, to rally together to pray for and uplift Yenifer’s mother, her young son, and the entire family in their time of grief.

I also call for a thorough and swift investigation into this senseless crime. It is imperative that the perpetrator(s) are brought to justice promptly.

Our police force must be given all the necessary resources and support to ensure that justice is expeditiously served.

This tragic event also highlights the critical need for greater parental and societal interventions to protect our minors.

We must all take a proactive role in safeguarding our young people. This includes providing them with listening ears, and the necessary support systems to prevent such tragedies from occurring.

It is incumbent upon us as a society to look out for the well-being of our children, and to take collective action to prevent violence and ensure their safety.

This is not only the responsibility of parents, but also of educators, community leaders, and every member of our society.

In closing, I reiterate my deepest sympathies to Yenifer family and friends. Let us come together as a community to support them, and to work towards creating a safer environment for all our children.

Richard S. Lewis MP