Published 11 July 2025
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St. Kitts and Nevis News Source
DR SHANEDELLE NORFORD TO LEAD ROMNEY AUTOPSY AS MINISTRYOFNATIONAL SECURITY ADVANCES LOCAL FORENSIC CAPABILITY
The Ministry of National Security has confirmed that internationally recognised ForensicPathologist Dr Shanedelle Norford-Harry, a native of St. Kitts and Nevis will take the leadonthe autopsy in the case of the late fifteen (15)-year-old Janelika Romney.
Dr Norford-Harry is triple-board certified by the American Board of Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, and Forensic Pathology. She holds advanced certifications in medicolegal
death investigation, forensic photography, and courtroom testimony. With a Master’s degreein Criminal Justice and a medical degree from Boston University, she has conducted thousands of autopsies, served as an associate medical examiner in multiple United States jurisdictions, and delivered expert testimony in high-profile legal proceedings.
Dr Norford will work in close coordination with national security personnel and relevant
authorities as part of a wider thrust to modernise forensic protocols and uphold the integrity of
justice in the Federation. Her deployment represents a strategic decision by both the Ministries of National Security and Health to strengthen local forensic resources and reduce reliance on external personnel for sensitive death investigations.
The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis will continue to engage international support when necessary, but remains focused on strengthening national expertise and building trust in the justice system through transparent, high-quality forensic investigations.
