‘Friend of the neighbourhood’ found dead

The body of Richard Rawlins was found in an abandoned house at Amity Lodge, Christ Church.

Rawlins, 53, was discovered by his cousin David Forde earlier today.

Forde said Rawlins usually came around 5:45 in the morning to wash his car, but when 7 o’clock came and he didn’t hear the dogs bark, he became concerned and started the search.

He found him after 3 p.m.

Kerry Bynoe, who was also at the scene, said Rawlins was a good friend of the neighbourhood; a handyman who would do anything for anyone. (SAT)