PRESS STATEMENT: RE-PASSING OF EVELINA BAPTISTE
The Ministry of National Security and Legal Affairs offers heartfelt condolences to the
daughter, family, friends, and colleagues on the passing of the esteemed Evalina Baptiste, who passed away on Saturday the 11th of January, 2025.
Ms. Baptiste was a true daughter of the soil, having served her country in many roles
over the years including Deputy Registrar, Registrar of the Supreme Court, and Chief
Magistrate where she made several lasting and beneficial administrative changes.
Ms.Baptiste was the first female Director of Public Prosecutions of the Commonwealth of
Dominica, a position she held till her retirement in 2021.Even after her retirement, she
remained on good terms with the Ministry and staff.
The formidable Ms. Baptiste is the beloved sister of His Lordship Justice Davidson
Baptiste and the aunt of Honourable Chekira Lockhart Hypolite, to whom we extend our
deepest sympathies. May she rest in peace.