A cyber forensic examiner and ophthalmic dispenser took top honours at the Miss Universe Jamaica St Ann and St Mary coronation event on Sunday, June 7, at Lavender Moon Villas in Breadnut Hill, Ocho Rios. More than a dozen hopefuls, with their eyes on the crowns and titles, competed in the joint pageant, ranging in age from 18 to 56. At the end of the evening, 22-year-old Renieka Brown won the Miss St Ann title while 26-year-old Denaá Hydol won the Miss St Mary crown.

Daniela Gordon and Racquel Richards placed second and third, respectively, for St Ann, while on the St Mary side, Khalila Martin and Soleil Walker were the first- and second-place runners-up.

A former student of St Monica’s College, Brown is passionate about fashion, community involvement and personal growth. Wearing the sash of Miss Phoenix Health Complex and Vision Centre, the ophthalmic dispenser shared that she was dedicated to empowering young women to recognise their worth and believe in themselves.