Start Here The Caribbean Death Toll is Rising
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Oct 30, 2025 Brian Buckmeyer, a defense lawyer and legal contributor, delves into the Sonia Massey case, explaining the verdict of second-degree murder in the conviction of Deputy Sean Grayson. He highlights the key testimonies that influenced the jury's decision. Meanwhile, correspondents Ike Ejiachi and Pierre Thomas discuss the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa, with reports of rising fatalities in Jamaica and Haiti, and cover the civil lawsuit following a tragic classroom shooting, raising concerns about school safety and accountability.
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Storm Revealed Rising Death Toll
- Hurricane Melissa caused widespread destruction across Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic with search teams uncovering many more bodies after the storm passed.
- Officials warned the death toll will likely rise as debris is cleared and more areas become accessible.
School And Community Devastated
- St. Elizabeth Technical High School was left completely destroyed and students who lived on campus lost both their school and homes.
- Shelters opened across Jamaica filled quickly as people who tried to ride out the storm suddenly had nowhere safe to go.
Shelter Hesitancy Worsened Crisis
- Jamaica opened over 880 shelters but many people initially refused to go due to fear of looters or thinking they could ride out the storm.
- That hesitation contributed to overcrowding once the water rose and shelters eventually filled.