Shooting victim dies in hospital

One of two men who were shot in St Michael on Saturday has died, police say.

The victim has been identified as Patrick Best, 32, of Hilton Row, Princess Royal Avenue, The Pine, St Michael.

Around 2:45 p.m., police responded to a report of two men being shot at a Hilton Row, Princess Royal Avenue address.

Police said the men were in the backyard of a residence watching television when gunshots were heard.

One man was shot in his head and arm while the other was shot in his leg. They were both transported to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in privately-owned vehicles.

Late Saturday evening police said Best died while undergoing treatment at the QEH.

The investigation is ongoing.