Police Pledge Full Transparency in Kahleel Simon’s Death
Police in Antigua and Barbuda are continuing their investigation into the death of 18-year-old Kahleel Simon of Bolans, who was fatally shot during a police incident on Wednesday, 27 August.
The case is being treated as a Coroner’s Case, and a Coroner’s Inquest is expected to take place as part of the ongoing proceedings.
Acting Commissioner of Police Everton Jeffers extended his deepest condolences to Simon’s family and loved ones, assuring both the family and the Bolans community that the investigation will be thorough, transparent, and comprehensive.
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