Senior citizen found deceased in car in St John; family member detained

A senior citizen was discovered lifeless inside an automobile in Ashford, St John, early on Monday. A family member is now in police custody assisting with the probe.

Senior citizen found deceased in car in St John; family member detained

A senior citizen was discovered lifeless inside an automobile in the countryside area of Ashford, St John, early on Monday, sparking a homicide probe and the arrest of a family member.

Barbados TODAY reports that District 'B' officers stated the body was spotted around 6:30 a.m. The victim was positioned behind the wheel of the automobile.

Law enforcement has taken a male relative into custody, labeling him as a key figure of interest. He is cooperating with detectives as they piece together what transpired.

Officials have remained silent regarding any motive. However, neighbors described a family quarrel that spiraled into bloodshed. Whispers around the village point to a money-related conflict that began after the suspect's parent passed away roughly five weeks earlier.

A neighbor called the situation heartbreaking, remarking that the household was already in mourning and must now prepare for a second funeral under painful conditions.

Crime scene specialists secured the automobile for evidence collection. The remains were taken away and are scheduled for an autopsy to pinpoint the precise cause of demise.

Authorities are asking anyone who observed anything out of the ordinary in Ashford or adjacent neighborhoods from Sunday evening through Monday dawn to step forward with tips.

Source: Barbados Today