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Body of Teen Recovered After Vehicle Plunges into Rio Cobre

The body of 17-year-old Oniesh Derby was recovered after a vehicle he was driving plunged into the Rio Cobre in St Catherine on Monday night. Key Points: The incident occurred near Flat Bridge. Derby reportedly lost control of a Toyota Hiace motor truck. The vehicle veered off the road and entered the river. Jamaica Defence Force divers recovered the body on Tuesday. Authorities confirmed that the teenage driver lost control of the vehicle while traveling along the roadway, resulting in the vehicle leaving the road and plunging into the Rio Cobre. Emergency teams later initiated recovery efforts. Divers from the Jamaica Defence Force successfully retrieved the body approximately one day after the incident. No additional casualties have been reported. The Flat Bridge area has long been regarded as a challenging route for motorists due to its narrow structure and proximity to the river. Incidents in this location have prompted ongoing discussions about road safety and infras...

Police Probe Suspected Suicide of Former Miss Universe Jamaica Finalist

 


Police in Kingston are investigating the suspected suicide of 26-year-old accountant and 2023 Miss Universe Jamaica finalist, Tyra Spaulding. She was reportedly found unresponsive at her home on Tuesday evening, with authorities treating the matter as a suspected case of suicide.

Spaulding competed in the 2023 Miss Universe Jamaica competition, where she gained recognition for her elegance, intelligence, and confidence. Outside the pageant, she worked professionally as an accountant and had also been outspoken about mental health. On August 15, she posted on Instagram that she was “going through hell,” and in a later YouTube video, she admitted to battling suicidal thoughts.

The Miss Universe Jamaica Organisation issued a statement expressing sadness at her passing, describing her as “a vibrant, intelligent and inspiring young woman whose grace and spirit touched everyone she met.” Condolences were extended to her family and loved ones on behalf of reigning Miss Universe Jamaica Dr. Gabrielle Henry and national directors Mark McDermoth and Karl Williams.

Spaulding’s passing has reignited discussions about mental health awareness in Jamaica, particularly among young adults. While the investigation continues, her memory is being honored as that of a professional, a finalist in one of Jamaica’s most prominent pageants, and an advocate for mental health awareness.