Jamaica: Body of missing British photographer found

Barbara Findlay

(Jamaica Observer) The St Elizabeth police suspect that the decomposing body of a female found close to Providence Housing Scheme in Santa Cruz this afternoon may be that of 48-year-old Barbara Findlay of nearby Beadles Boulevard and Kensington, England.

Findlay was reported missing last week.

Reports are that after detecting a foul smell, residents discovered the body in bushes close to the entrance of the Housing Scheme about 1:00 pm Wednesday and called the police.

Investigators say they are awaiting forensics to confirm the identity of the deceased as well to determine the cause of death.