Dominica Police are actively investigating the death of businessman Hugo Anthony Ronald Astaphan Jr., found dead in his Mero home. The 52-year-old, known for his former ownership of the Guiyave restaurant in Roseau, was discovered on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at around 11:30 am, lying lifeless on his bed at his Cuba Road residence.
Initial reports reveal Ronald suffered a gunshot wound to his chest. A medical doctor examined him at the scene and pronounced he was dead. The Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force (CDPF), led by Police Inspector Fixton Henderson, is now delving into the circumstances surrounding this incident, seeking to unravel the cause and context of his demise.
Ronald’s body is currently at the funeral home, awaiting an autopsy to provide further insight. The police force has extended its condolences to the Astaphans family and friends and reassures the public of their commitment to a thorough investigation. This case has caught the attention of the public with many awaiting answers about Ronald’s unexpected and mysterious death.
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