BREAKING: He Was Killed

A post-mortem examination has confirmed that 32-year-old Selvin Sealy Jr. died from restraint asphyxia, with the manner of death ruled as homicide, intensifying concerns surrounding his death in police custody earlier this week.

The findings have fuelled calls for accountability, with Sealy’s grieving family demanding answers.

Sealy, a tour guide from the DFC area of San Pedro, died shortly after being detained by police on Monday morning, May 12. According to police, Sealy was acting erratically near Villa Abrazos, allegedly climbing a tree after claiming he was being chased by a dog. Officers say they subdued him after he refused to come down and later realised he was unresponsive while in custody. He was taken to the San Pedro Polyclinic, where he was pronounced dead.

Sealy’s father, heartbroken by the loss, is calling for transparency. “I’m heartbroken about my son, and I don’t wish this on anyone,” he said. “Even right now, I get emotional.” He added, “I just want justice. I’m not pointing fingers, but my son died.”

The family says they were told video footage exists and are urging police to release it as part of a full investigation.