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Bath Community Holds Vigil in Memory of Six-Year-Old Orlando Jaikarran

Residents of Bath and its surrounding communities gathered this evening in a profound show of unity to mourn the tragic loss of six-year-old Orlando Jaikarran, a pupil of Bath Primary School.

Published by Ministry of Education

Hon. Sonia Parag, Minister of Education, accompanied by her Cabinet colleague the Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr Vindhya Persaud, joined the community for a somber candlelight vigil and wake.

During the memorial, teachers and pupils delivered moving tributes, celebrating Orlando's life and the lasting impression he made during his short time on earth.

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