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99-year-old man dies from COVID

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The COVID-19 death toll has climbed to 387 following the death of a 99-year-old man.

He was fully vaccinated and passed away today, Thursday, April 21.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Ian Gooding-Edghill, extended condolences to his loved ones. (BGIS)

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