A 37-YEAR-OLD farm worker has died after a fire broke out at a farm in Grouville.
George Michael Monte De Ramos Castrudes, who is originally from the Philippines, was rescued from a burning building at a property in Grouville on Sunday 19 January.
Jersey Fire and Rescue Service confirmed on Thursday afternoon that Mr Castrudes had died and said its “thoughts and sympathies are with his loved ones”.
Mr Castrudes was treated at the scene before being handed over to paramedics and taken to the General Hospital.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and Mr Castrudes’ death is being treated as unexpected.
A statement issued by fire service said: “We are saddened to share that the man who was rescued from a fire in Grouville on Sunday 19 January 2025 has died.
“George Michael Monte De Ramos Castrudes, 37, was originally from the Philippines and had been working on a farm in the Island.
“Our thoughts and sympathies are with his loved ones.”
It continued: “The Coroner’s Department can confirm that it is currently investigating this case as an unexpected death.
“The family, who are overseas, have been made aware and contact has been made with the Philippines Embassy.
“An inquest will be opened in due course and preparations are underway to repatriate Mr Castrudes’ body home to the Philippines.
“The cause of the incident remains under States of Jersey Fire and Rescue Service investigation.”
