Desperate search for British holidaymaker after vanishing on dream Caribbean getaway
30 May 2025, 09:49 | Updated: 30 May 2025, 10:04
A police search is underway following the disappearance of a British woman who vanished while on holiday in the Caribbean.
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Police are probing the disappearance of Mekealah Freemantle, 39, after the Brit disappeared while on a short holiday to Jamaica.
Local police are now appealing to the public for information after the force said they are "worried about her safety".
The force said it is attempting to ascertain whether Ms Freemantle may have "family on island or a boyfriend".
According to the Ocho Rios Police, Ms Freemantle was last seen leaving a hotel in Ocho Rios, St Ann, on Saturday, May 24.
The area, popular among British holidaymakers, is located on the north side of the island.
Described as having a dark complexion and slim build, Ms Freemantle stands at approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall.
Help us to locate Mekealah Freemantle. If you know her whereabouts, please call the St. Ann’s Bay Police or the 119 Police Emergency number. #Missing
Posted by Jamaica Constabulary Force on Wednesday, May 28, 2025
The last confirmed sighting of the tourist was on the Saturday, when she was seen leaving her hotel.
A police source said: "All we know is that she was visiting the island and was staying in a hotel. We are trying to ascertain whether she has family on island or a boyfriend who she may have gone to visit.
"We are appealing to the public for help in locating her.
"Most people who go missing are found after a short while.
"We are worried about her safety and are calling on anyone who know of her whereabouts to contact us. We are hoping that she will be found soon and safe."
Taking to Facebook, Jamaica Constabulary Force appealed for information: "Help us to locate Mekealah Freemantle."
Anyone with information is urged to contact the St. Ann’s Bay Police or the 119 Police Emergency number.
