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Antigua and Barbuda<\/strong> \u2013 Hispanic community leader Alex Martinez has spoken out following the tragic murder of Chantel, urging unity in the fight against crime and demanding justice for her family.<\/p>

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\u201cWhoever killed Chantel should pay,\u201d Martinez declared, expressing deep sorrow over the shocking crime that has left the community in mourning. He emphasized that while no words can change the tragic loss, it is crucial to seek answers and ensure accountability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a human being, I have feelings, and we believe that there is a God above. Whoever is behind this will have to answer for it,\u201d Martinez said. \u201cGod is good, and we are here to do good and support you in any way we can.\u201d<\/p>

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Martinez described the pain felt not only by Chantel\u2019s family but also by the wider community, noting that the incident has deeply affected everyone. He reflected on the horror of witnessing such violence in Antigua, particularly after reports that the suspect led police to the location of the victim\u2019s body.<\/p>

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\u201cThat was even more horrific for us,\u201d he admitted. \u201cThere\u2019s nothing else we can say, nothing we can do but fight together\u2014fight crime.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Calling for justice, Martinez condemned acts of retaliation and urged the public to focus on demanding accountability rather than inciting further violence.<\/p>

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\u201cIf you go and kill somebody else, you will also be a criminal,\u201d he cautioned. \u201cWe must persist in asking for justice.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Martinez also reminded the public of the unity demonstrated during the COVID-19 pandemic, stressing that the fight against crime should bring the community together rather than divide it.<\/p>

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The case continues to draw widespread attention as authorities investigate, with many in the community echoing calls for justice.<\/p>

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