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UPDATE: Meal of death? Woodley’s co-workers in shock

- Now dead female construction worker allegedly fell ill after eating food purchased
Cosell Woodley, who hailed from St Vincent and the Grenadines, was described as a ‘lady in the street’ and as ‘tough as a man on a machine’ as she was said to be evenly skilled as a man when operating heavy earthmoving equipment. Photo: Team of Reporters
Construction worker Cosell Woodley reportedly collapsed and died on March 4, 2015 after returning from the Iris O'Neal Health Centre. Photo: Team of Reporters
Construction worker Cosell Woodley reportedly collapsed and died on March 4, 2015 after returning from the Iris O'Neal Health Centre. Photo: Team of Reporters
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI - New information reaching Virgin Islands News Online is that construction worker Cosell Woodley reportedly became ill after consuming a meal and even though she visited the Iris O’Neal Health Centre twice, she succumbed, much to the shock of her co-workers and many residents of Virgin Gorda who were very familiar with her.

Woodley died last evening, March 4, 2015 reportedly after being returned to the health centre.

Virgin Islands News Online was told that the heavy duty equipment operator with Ebony and Ivory Construction had purchased a meal which she shared with her sister. It was said that the now deceased had the greater portion of the meal and shortly after eating began to feel un-well.

“I understand that she got like loose bowels after and was feeling very sick,” said a close friend. The friend said that Woodley was taken to the local health facility in the Valley, Virgin Gorda where she was given some medication.

“But like the meds they gave her made things worse because as I understand it she went really bad after she used the meds and they had to rush her back to the clinic but by the time they got there, she collapsed and it was a dead woman in their hands,” added the friend.

Several others related the same story and some co-workers expressed shock as their colleague had appeared very healthy and normal the same day. “We even had a really good time as recent as last weekend. My girl was alright and in top shape. This is totally a big shock. Look how you here today and gone tomorrow,” added another friend.

Woodley, who hailed from St Vincent and the Grenadines, was described as a ‘lady in the street’ and as ‘tough as a man on a machine’ as she was said to be evenly skilled as a man when operating heavy earthmoving equipment.

“I now can confirm that police responded to a report made by personnel of the Nurse Iris O'Neal Clinic of the sudden death of a 40-year-old female. She was pronounced dead at the clinic at around 9:10pm. Investigations are ongoing," Police Public Relations Officer Diane Drayton told this news site.

Up to press time Woodley’s relatives could not be reached for comment.

See previous article posted March 4, 2015.

Female construction worker drops dead in VG

The sudden death of a woman, Cosell Woodley, ‎has left residents of Virgin Gorda in shock this evening, March 4, 2015.

Reliable sources told Virgin Islands News Online that the woman, who hails from St Vincent and the Grenadines and has been working as a heavy equipment operator with Ebony and Ivory Construction, collapsed and died following a return visit to the Iris O'Neal Health Centre.

Further details to come.

49 Responses to “UPDATE: Meal of death? Woodley’s co-workers in shock”

  • qc (04/03/2015, 23:48) Like (11) Dislike (1) Reply
    oh No how sad!!!
  • SVG massive (05/03/2015, 00:01) Like (7) Dislike (2) Reply
    so sad to go to bed reading this RIP sister
  • mother hen (05/03/2015, 00:34) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    the nation must weep for another who has fallen! RIP Cosell
  • rattie (05/03/2015, 00:37) Like (17) Dislike (1) Reply
    My condolences to all the families affected by her passing
  • islander (05/03/2015, 00:52) Like (3) Dislike (12) Reply
    The doctors did not know she was allergic to that medication??? The first question is: are u allergic to something?!?! Is it not??? Beside sad completely crazy !
    • @islander (05/03/2015, 07:52) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
      Did she know she was allergic rit the medication--- she would have to be the one to inform them.... My condolences the family... May you find peace and comfort in her memories
    • LADY G (05/03/2015, 21:17) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
      You cannot know if you are allergic to something if you never use it before.
    • Guest (06/03/2015, 10:42) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply
      There was no mention of any allergies to medication in the article.. I wonder where you got it from.
    • Ganstachick (18/03/2015, 22:21) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      They didnt ask her that
  • Mick Mars (05/03/2015, 07:48) Like (6) Dislike (2) Reply
    On no so sad to wake up to this…I pray for her family to stay strong
  • Plank (05/03/2015, 07:51) Like (7) Dislike (38) Reply
    Vino is like a good and compassionate listener---when we speak----they listen, and let the world know our concerns--, our problems--our suggestions----our solutions----Now everyone has a voice--- such a good feeling.
  • kk (05/03/2015, 08:00) Like (24) Dislike (1) Reply
    When is these talk a lot Politician and this so called waste of time Board, is going to bring the long--long---over- due Hospital to Virgin Gorda. That Should have done long--long time ago under their premier Rep. I guess if they kept voting for him they don`t really need it. I should just shut up... but it hurts when thing like this happen over and over and over---every life matters
    • To KK (05/03/2015, 14:21) Like (21) Dislike (7) Reply
      If there was a hospital in VG would that have saved her? Just 'think' before you 'speak' or 'write' as you make your self look/sound really stupid.
      • No Name (05/03/2015, 15:11) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
        Who knows?
      • VG Resident (06/03/2015, 10:18) Like (7) Dislike (1) Reply
        It just might have saved her. May she rest in peace. If is was a simple case of poison they would have had equipment necessary to asses the situation. One question is: Was the doctor on call or had to be called in ?
        Side note: These doctors that they contract to the BVI prescribe meds over the phone sometimes for patients. I have seen this first hand as a Virgin Gorda Resident. BVI Health Services Authority needs to look into this. In addition, I remember that the on call nurse or doctor use to have to stay at the clinic. That is not the case now. Everybody wants to stay at their home and you have to call them out at night.. That is outrageous!!! Minister of Health you have had too many wake up calls.. there are alot of situations that need addressing immediately..

        Save a life Today.

  • TWELVE JOSEPH (05/03/2015, 08:10) Like (15) Dislike (2) Reply
    This is really a shockin news for us in vincy am just so speechless right now still can't believe it any way d almighty gives and he takes so we just hav2 give thanks and praise 2him stil??9
  • IYANNA (05/03/2015, 08:43) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    RIP-Return if possible....tears!
  • tola (05/03/2015, 08:53) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply

    Condolences to the family and friends

  • shocking (05/03/2015, 09:15) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    This is very sad. may soul rest in peace and I pray her family finds comfort in the lord.
  • Joy Abbey (05/03/2015, 09:21) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    shock and tears right now cuz such a nice family to interact with but only God knows, we just cannot question his doing rest in peace my lil cuz.
  • Kim (05/03/2015, 09:31) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    Just met you on Monday you was so happy cant believe it RIP May God bless your and comfort your kids
  • VG (05/03/2015, 10:29) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    oh no...not a good way to go out....
    • the rock (05/03/2015, 10:50) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      please tell me a good way to go out...RIP sister and to the family stay strong!
  • Blunt (05/03/2015, 10:32) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    My fren and family Cosell we will all miss you RIP
  • vg boy (05/03/2015, 11:00) Like (17) Dislike (2) Reply
    where the hell did she get that food from caus i dont wont my last meal yet
  • cay (05/03/2015, 11:03) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    she was a lovely human god bless her sold
  • Joc (05/03/2015, 11:35) Like (17) Dislike (1) Reply
    are they sure it was the food?
    • more (05/03/2015, 13:52) Like (5) Dislike (2) Reply
      Sad to hear of her sudden death. Did her sister get sick too from eating the food?
  • jk (05/03/2015, 12:50) Like (25) Dislike (1) Reply
    If it was the food then WHERE THE HELL DID SHE EAT??????
  • ta ta (05/03/2015, 13:17) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Very day for her relatives
  • Cause (05/03/2015, 13:50) Like (3) Dislike (3) Reply
    Sounds like a food allergy that she may not have been aware of. Should have been picked up at the clinic though.
  • Vij (05/03/2015, 14:37) Like (13) Dislike (0) Reply
    Let's be sensible and stop speculating and wait for the autopsy report.
  • No Name (05/03/2015, 15:20) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Not necessarily.
  • CK (05/03/2015, 17:18) Like (4) Dislike (3) Reply
    Hospital in VG might have saved her life and others before her and others to come. there is none--so, who knows.? at lease she wouldn`t had to leave to go home, she would have had a hospital bed.-- no name-- so correctly asked.-- Who knows? Have it then judge it..
  • apple pie (05/03/2015, 19:39) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    Good bye see u on the other side
  • SvgSniper (05/03/2015, 20:06) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    Condolences from Vincy to her family & friends. Cosell was indeed a lively soul and a hard worker. I can only hope for a thorough investigation into this incident. To her kids, be strong GOD will look over you..
  • jah (05/03/2015, 20:09) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    i use to admire her. So talented and hard working. R. I. P
  • nbc (05/03/2015, 22:06) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Look at that sweet smile
  • qq (05/03/2015, 23:05) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    sleep in jesus name
  • corl (06/03/2015, 01:12) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    She was friend n cuz of mined in my mother village .so many people dieing for all kind of reason let we all serve GOD .In GOD we will live for ever when he come for his people .my condolences to rest of family members. May u rest in peace Cuz.
  • slydog (06/03/2015, 08:53) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    I remember those days party in an being so drunk i couldn't make it home to my place an had to sleep it off at yours house at green hill.you are such a nice person cas i will surely miss u R.I.P me girl your one of a kind and I'm praying for the kids my god be their arms and shoulder for they to cry an seek comfort in
  • toxin (06/03/2015, 16:49) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply

    Any thing we eat can piosn us...bacteria found in all sort of food. The bacteria might dead but the toxin is what does kill some people.....believe it because it real. Bacteria travel very fast. Some people deal with food and don't wash them hands properly. A lot of nasty things go on I. Restaurant other places that prepare food..

  • I Smell rats (06/03/2015, 19:12) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    That kitchen need to get inspected by sanitary officers there are probably rats running round in there contaminating people's foods or it could be an allergy but still it needs an inspection safe than sorry AGAIN
  • Fan (06/03/2015, 23:11) Like (2) Dislike (2) Reply
    Food,Doctor,Nurse, Hospital time to stop the
    blaming and move on was it her time or not
    who knows their number that given me
  • my home gal (07/03/2015, 09:15) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    am in shock.rest in peace my hommie. God is in control
  • Realist (07/03/2015, 21:30) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    There is something more sinister to this story.
  • Champagne (10/03/2015, 14:25) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    I will miss u so much............ you will always be apart of me

    love you cuz
  • Gangsta chick (18/03/2015, 22:25) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    My mother cosell woodley died of natural causes or so im told, may her soul rese in peace


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