Residents are urging the government to grant a state funeral for 9-year-old Chantel Crump, who was abducted and killed last month. Citing her young age and the tragic nature of her death, many believe she deserves an official farewell.

But the government has yet to take a position. Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister said that state funerals are not typically granted to homicide victims. “I am not sure. The answer is I don’t know. We have not discussed that,” he said.

The community continues to mourn Chantel’s loss, calling for a meaningful tribute. It remains unclear whether public pressure will sway the government to make an exception.