MINISTER of Education, Sonia Parag, has expressed profound outrage and sadness over the tragic death of six-year-old Orlando Jaikarran of Bath Settlement, West Coast Berbice, describing the incident as senseless and reprehensible.

The child’s decomposed body was discovered in a canal near the sea dam in the early hours of Tuesday morning, bringing a tragic end to the search for the young boy, who had been missing since October 14.

Reacting to the heartbreaking news, Minister Parag condemned the circumstances surrounding the child’s death and issued a passionate appeal to parents to protect, nurture and love their children.

“I am beyond sickened at the horrible, cruel death of little Orlando Jaikarran, it is senseless and reprehensible. Parents your children are yours, protect them and make them feel loved. I pray his little soul rest in peace.”

The Minister’s emotional statement comes as the tragedy continues to spark grief and outrage, with the circumstances surrounding the child’s death.

The death of young Orlando has cast a sombre mood over the country, as citizens grapple with the heartbreaking loss of a child whose life was cut tragically short.

As of today police in Region Five are continuing the investigation.