15th May 2019

Police Operation: One suspect sustained gunshot injuries during apprehension

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By RSLPF

Press Release -- On Thursday, May 16, 2019, about 5:30 a.m. a police operation was conducted at Grande Riviere, Gros Islet.

A Warrant to Search for Property was executed upon a residence at Grande Riviere, Gros Islet. During the conduct of the search, one nine (9) millimeter (mm) berretta pistol, fourteen (14) rounds of ammunition and a quantity of illicit drugs were recovered.

Four individuals are currently in custody in relation to this incident. One suspect sustained gunshot injuries during apprehension. He is currently admitted at the Victoria Hospital in stable condition. Charges are expected to be laid shortly. Further information regarding the progress of this operation will be made available at the soonest.

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