Police investigate suspected drowning of horse trainer

Police are investigating the apparent drowning of a man this morning at Pebbles Beach.
The victim has been identified as Xavier Blanche, a popular horse trainer.

Liaison Officer for the Barbados Turf Club Mohammed Mohamad confirmed his identity and said the club was shaken by his tragic passing.

Mohamad told Barbados TODAY “We understand that Xavier was swimming one of his horses when he encountered difficulties, leading to this unfortunate incident. It’s a great loss to the racing community.”

( Read the full story in Tuesday’s E-paper)