Veteran journalist and Deputy CEO of the Jamaica Information Service, Ian Boyne has died.
Boyne passed away at the University Hospital of the West Indies on Monday morning after being admitted to hospital in serious condition for an undisclosed illness earlier this month.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed sadness at Boyne’s death.
“It is with deep sadness that I acknowledge the death of veteran journalist and a true friend Ian Boyne. This is a shock to me. I will make a statement soon, “Holness tweeted.
Boyne had appeared to be recovering and was released from intensive care unit a few days after being admitted to hospital.
He had expressed appreciation for the outpouring of love and support from the Jamaican people.
“I am deeply touched by the outpouring of love from all sectors of the society,” Boyne earlier said.
