Caribbean fishing industry in mourning after death of Chief Fisheries Officer
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June 14, 2026
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Representatives of the local and regional fishing industry are expressing shock following the sudden death of Chief Fisheries Officer Dr Shelly-Ann Cox, the youngest and first woman to lead the local fisheries sector.
Dr Cox collapsed on stage while preparing to present awards at an event at the Weston Fish Market on Saturday. Despite immediate CPR assistance from ex-military personnel on site, she later passed away.
President of the Black Fin Fleet Co-op Society Moonesh Dharampaul expressed the profound grief gripping the 6 000-strong industry. He noted her deep, personal connection to the community as a “daughter of the sea” whose father was a fisherman.
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