Body of Farmer Found in Mango Tree – Police Launch Investigation

St Elizabeth, Jamaica (McKoy’s News) – Tension and mystery gripped the quiet district of Burton in St Elizabeth on Wednesday after the lifeless body of a well-known farmer was discovered perched in a mango tree, sparking alarm among residents and a swift police response.

The deceased has been identified as 54-year-old Delroy Brown, a farmer of Burton district.

According to reports from the Lacovia police, around 12:40 p.m., Brown was seen sitting motionless in a mango tree. But what appeared to be a casual rest in the afternoon heat quickly turned tragic — when residents realized he was unresponsive.

Police Called – Crime Scene Processed

The authorities were alerted, and lawmen from the Lacovia police station responded to the chilling scene. The area was cordoned off, and the body was eventually removed after forensic processing.

So far, no foul play has been confirmed, but investigators are probing the case thoroughly to determine the exact circumstances of Brown’s death.

Community in Shock

The news sent shockwaves through the quiet farming community, with some residents expressing disbelief at the unusual and eerie discovery.

“Delroy was a peaceful man. Always in his field or with his animals,” said one neighbour. “To find him like that… it shake up everybody.”

Investigation Ongoing

While initial reports suggest there were no visible signs of trauma, police are awaiting post-mortem results to rule out any suspicious factors.