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Drowning at St. Peter beach

June 29, 2023

Police in the Northern Division are conducting investigations into the circumstances surrounding a drowning at a St. Peter beach.

The unresponsive body of 65-year-old Barrington Hinds, of Corbin’s Road, Ashton Hall, St. Peter, was discovered about 6:08 a.m. today, Thursday, June 29, 2023, at Sand Street, Speightstown, St. Peter. 

Police said that “on the mentioned date and time, a beachgoer saw the victim walk onto the beach and a while later noticed that the body was face down in the water with slippers floating next to it. A family member identified the body.

“Anyone who can provide any information that can assist with these investigations is asked to call the District ‘E’ Police Station at 419-1730, Police Emergency 211, Crime Stoppers at 1800-TIPS (8477) or the nearest Police Station.

“All information received will be strictly confidential.”

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