The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) has launched an investigation into a suspected drowning incident that claimed the life of a 43-year-old man on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
According to police reports, officers attached to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) responded to a call around 2:56 p.m. after receiving information about a possible drowning at the Bexon River near Crownlands.
Upon arrival, law enforcement officers were directed to a location near a bridge, where they discovered the lifeless body of a male individual. He was later transported to the Owen King European Hospital (OKEU), where a medical practitioner pronounced him dead.
The deceased has been formally identified as Wilter Joseph, also known by the aliases “Ti Cout” and “Yardman”, a resident of Crownlands, Bexon.
A post-mortem examination will be conducted to determine the official cause of death. The RSLPF has confirmed that investigations are ongoing into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The Saint Lucia Daily Post will provide updates as more information becomes available.
