A woman has been tragically murdered inside her own home and in front of her son during a raid on their house.
Janice Farman
Janice Farman, a 47-year-old British mum has been smothered to death with a pillow in front of her 10-year-old son at their home in Mauritius.
According to The Sun UK, Janice Farman was murdered when a gang forced their way into the villa in Albion on Thursday evening.
Cops on the east African island have launched a major probe into the company director’s murder.
It is understood her young son, who has autism, witnessed the ordeal and raised the alarm.
Janice’s firm, PECS Data Services, said in a statement: “Last night our managing director in Mauritius, Janice Farman, was brutally murdered in her own home.
“In view of these tragic events, we have decided to close our Mauritius office so we can make sure all our team have access to counsellors and as a mark of respect to a wonderful lady.
“Our thoughts are with Janice’s family, friends and colleagues.”
Her colleague and friend Wasiim Lallmahomed posted a picture with Janice on Facebook with a moving tribute.
He wrote: “RIP Janice. The most kind-hearted and jovial person I have ever met.”
Journalist Yasine Mohabuth, reporting from Mauritius, described the raid.
She said: “They had arrived at three in the morning. It was her son that alerted a friend. The burglars stole many things including her jewellery and her car.
“Her son is now under the care of the child development unit because his father is abroad.”