A 29-year-old mother, Gabriella Deborah Casimir, is grieving the loss of her 13-month-old daughter Levana, who died on November 1 at the family home in Roche-Bois, Mauritius. Levana was the youngest of five children, and her death has left her mother and family devastated. Gabriella is also defending her partner, Jean Yvan Adélaïde, a 27-year-old mason who has been provisionally charged with murder.

According to Gabriella, Levana had been unwell for several days before her death, suffering from a throat infection, vomiting, and stomach pains. The family had taken her to a dispensary and later to Dr. A.G. Jeetoo Hospital, where doctors recommended admission, but Gabriella decided to take her home. The next day, Levana's condition worsened, and Jean Yvan attempted to massage her stomach to alleviate her discomfort.

The post-mortem examination revealed a laceration of the intestine, which has led to the murder charge against Jean Yvan. However, Gabriella maintains that her partner was trying to help their daughter and did not intentionally harm her. She described Jean Yvan as a caring and loving partner who had accepted her and her five children as his own.

Gabriella and Jean Yvan had met on social media over a year ago and had built a life together, with Jean Yvan taking on a parental role with her children. She emphasized that he had always been supportive and loving towards the children, and she cannot imagine him committing a violent act.

The investigation into Levana's death is ongoing, and the police are trying to establish the circumstances surrounding the laceration of her intestine. Gabriella is struggling to come to terms with the loss of her child and the arrest of her partner, whom she believes is innocent.

Gabriella's comments have sparked a reaction on social media, with many people questioning her defense of Jean Yvan. However, she remains adamant that he is not a violent person and that he was only trying to help their daughter. She described him as "the love of my life" and emphasized that he had always been there for her and her children.

The case has raised concerns about the circumstances surrounding Levana's death and the role of Jean Yvan in her care. The investigation will continue to determine the facts surrounding the tragedy, and Gabriella will have to live with the pain of losing her child and the uncertainty of her partner's fate.

Key points

  • Gabriella Deborah Casimir defends her partner Jean Yvan Adélaïde against murder allegations following the death of their 13-month-old daughter Levana.
  • Levana died on November 1 at the family home in Roche-Bois, Mauritius, with an autopsy revealing a laceration of the intestine.
  • Jean Yvan has been provisionally charged with murder, which he denies, claiming he was trying to help the child.

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