By LYNAIRE MUNNINGS
Tribune Staff Reporter
lmunnings@tribunemedia.net
TOXICOLOGY test results show that a man who died suspiciously with his 22-month-old son last month had “a high concentration of marijuana” in his system, Police Commissioner Clayton Fernander said yesterday.
Jermaine Miller, 42, and baby Anwar Miller died on September 12.
Police were alerted to an apartment on Family Street, off Solider Road, after a tenant complained that Miller, his landlord, was attacking him.
Police arrested Miller because of his erratic behaviour. The man had jumped through a window when confronted about attacking his tenant. He died after suffering a cardiac arrhythmia.
The toddler’s body was unresponsive inside the apartment complex’s bedroom. The body had no visible wounds, but there was skin discolouration.
Commissioner Fernander offered no meaningful insight into the cause of the child’s death yesterday, reiterating that the autopsy results remain inconclusive.
“The adult male, we found that it was a high concentration of marijuana in his system, and that matter is still ongoing,” he said.
Last month, Commissioner Fernander said police questioned Anwar’s mother. He provided no update on this yesterday.
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IslandWarrior 1 year, 1 month ago
The recent incident involving the suspicious death of Jermaine Miller and his 22-month-old son, Anwar Miller, has sparked deep concerns within the Bahamian public. Police Commissioner Clayton Fernander's claim that Jermaine had "a high concentration of marijuana" in his system, supposedly leading to his demise, has raised significant questions.
One pressing concern revolves around the potential connection between prolonged exposure to high temperatures locked in a police car unattended and Millier's cardiac arrhythmia. Citizens are questioning whether being confined in a hot environment, like a police car, could exacerbate such a condition, given the risks of dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. However, it's crucial to emphasize the existing uncertainties surrounding the cause of Jermaine's cardiac arrhythmia and whether it was truly linked to his drug use or environmental factors such as heat.
Furthermore, doubts have been cast on the reliability of the pathologist's conclusion, especially when considering the violent, careless cultural context within the Bahamian police force. This scepticism reflects the lack of trust in the transparency and fairness of the investigation process.
In light of these concerns, there is a pressing need for thorough and unbiased investigations into this and many other cases. The Bahamian public demands transparency, accountability, and justice. This incident underscores the urgency for comprehensive research into potential health risks associated with both high temperatures and marijuana use. Restoring public trust in law enforcement requires a meticulous, impartial examination of the facts, ensuring that justice prevails and the truth emerges, regardless of the cultural or social context.
The public has to know if we are at risk when encountering our Police.
carltonr61 1 year, 1 month ago
Marijuana has never caused death in history. High THC concentrations above 18% which is near the limit for smoked plant will not cause death. Cannabis concentrates derived by extraction and distillation can produce high levels of near 100% THC and could be infused with drinks and food items. Can cause psychosis put never death.
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