The close-knit community of Wismar Housing Scheme has been plunged into mourning following the tragic death of 35-year-old Taffiana Stewart, a mother of three, whose untimely passing has left her family searching for answers and justice.
According to reports, the incident began in the early hours of Thursday morning when a man, now identified as the prime suspect, arrived at Stewart’s home around 1:00 a.m.
He requested that Stewart’s mother allow him to take her to the hospital, claiming she required medical attention. Initially hesitant, Stewart’s mother eventually succumbed to pressure, permitting her daughter to leave with the man after Stewart’s stepfather offered to accompany her.
The journey to the hospital, however, took a troubling turn. Stewart remained seated in the backseat with her stepfather until the suspect insisted on moving her to the front passenger seat, assuring the stepfather it would be better for her.
Suspicion arose when the man began driving around Wismar instead of heading directly to the hospital. As tensions escalated, Stewart’s stepfather eventually exited the vehicle, leaving her alone with the suspect.
Hours later, at approximately 5:00 a.m., the man returned to Stewart’s home, knocking on the door to deliver devastating news—he claimed that Stewart had died.
Upon seeing her daughter, Stewart’s mother was confronted with a horrifying sight: her daughter’s body was unresponsive, with residue visible around the corners of her mouth.
She immediately suspected foul play, believing that the man had neglected to take her daughter to the hospital and had instead been “dilly-dallying” with her until her condition worsened.
In a shocking twist, the suspect reportedly told police that Stewart was already deceased when she was handed over to him.
Stewart’s grieving mother has rejected this claim, accusing the suspect of deception and negligence. She now seeks justice for her daughter and has called on authorities to thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
A post-mortem examination is scheduled for Monday, which is expected to provide critical insights into the cause of death. Meanwhile, Stewart’s family and the wider community are demanding accountability and transparency in the handling of the case.
Stewart leaves behind three children whose lives have been forever altered by the loss of their mother. As investigations continue, her family remains steadfast in their quest for justice, hoping that the truth will bring some measure of closure to their grief.
