The family of Adriana Younge has issued a public statement strongly opposing any planned protests aimed at halting her upcoming burial in order to demand a second post-mortem examination.
Lewis Amika, a relative of Younge, expressed the family’s dismay in a statement released on Saturday, saying:
“It has been brought to our (the family’s) attention that persons are planning to protest and stop the burial of Adriana Younge until another post-mortem is done! We do not agree to or condone this action. We will bury Adriana in a peaceful manner on Monday.
Honour Adriana and the wishes of her family. NO PROTESTS!”
Younge’s funeral is tentatively scheduled for early next week, with Monday mentioned as the likely date.
Concerns had recently surfaced over calls for a second post-mortem examination (PME), with some individuals alleging that the push was politically motivated and did not reflect the true wishes of the immediate family.
The family’s statement appears to be a direct response to those claims, emphasising their desire for a respectful and undisturbed farewell.
Adriana Younge’s death has attracted public attention in recent weeks, with various groups questioning the circumstances surrounding it. Although the initial post-mortem was completed, factions within the community – some reportedly tied to political interests – have advocated for a second examination.
The family, however, is urging the public to respect their decision and allow them to grieve and proceed with burial arrangements without interference.
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