Sudden Death Reported in Barbuda
Police in Barbuda are investigating the sudden death of a 49-year-old man after he reportedly complained of chest tightness and breathing difficulties before becoming unresponsive.
According to the police report, the man was found motionless in a bedroom on May 6. Officers said there were no visible signs of violence and foul play was not suspected.
A medical doctor pronounced him dead at the scene before the body was transported to the Hanna Thomas Hospital and later transferred to a funeral home at the family’s request.
Authorities said investigations are continuing.

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