University Student Drowns in St. Elizabeth After Being Overcome by Strong Undertow
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- Police identified the university student who drowned in Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, as Jalene Simpson.
- Simpson, a student at Caribbean Maritime University, went missing on Monday while swimming and was later found deceased on Tuesday.
- Reports indicate he was overcome by strong undertow despite efforts by residents to rescue him.
The body of a university student, identified as Jalene Simpson, washed ashore in Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, on Tuesday, July 22, 2026. Simpson, a student at the Caribbean Maritime University, had reportedly gone swimming on Monday and encountered difficulties due to strong undertow.
Simpson, who was visiting relatives in the Treasure Beach area, entered the water on Monday. According to local reports, he was overcome by powerful underwater currents. Despite immediate efforts by residents to provide assistance and rescue him, their attempts were unsuccessful.
His body was discovered the following day, Tuesday, washed ashore at Old Wharf in Treasure Beach. The incident has cast a shadow over the community, highlighting the dangers posed by strong sea conditions. The Caribbean Maritime University has not yet released a statement regarding the passing of their student.
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Originally published by Jamaica Observer in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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