Businesswoman, daughter to be buried today

The bodies of the well-known mother and daughter were found in an advanced state of decomposition at their home located at the corner of Gonzalez Street and SS Erin Road, De Gannes Village, Siparia on Carnival Monday night.

Police believe the women may have been killed a few days earlier as residents reported not seeing them and were subsequently attracted by a foul stench emanating from the two-storey mansion.

An autopsy has since revealed that they died as a result of multiple stab wounds. Because of the lingering stench at the house, relatives were forced to conduct a wake at the Siparia Community Centre.

Despite a number of persons being questioned and statements taken, no one has been detained in connection with the gruesome killings.

Yesterday, senior investigators said their enquiries remain at a “sensitive stage”. He said, “We continue to do all our background checks and are pursuing all leads.” It is believed the women’s death may be linked to legal matters involving property as the mother of four owned a number of commercial and residential properties in and around South.