One dead, another injured in Six Roads shooting

A man was fatally shot and another wounded during a robbery at a business place in Six Roads, St Philip, on Thursday night.

Police at the Operations Control Room received a report of the incident around 9:07 p.m.

According to initial investigations, a family was in the process of securing their business when they were confronted by two armed assailants who demanded jewellery from one of the family members. A struggle reportedly ensued, during which several shots were fired.

Two male relatives were injured during the altercation. One of the victims was transported to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital by private vehicle, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The second victim was taken to the hospital by ambulance and is currently receiving medical treatment.

Investigations are ongoing.

Police are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information that could assist with the investigation to contact the Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477, Police Emergency at 211, or the District ‘C’ Police Station at 416-8200. (TBPS/BT)