Syrian shot dead during attempted robbery

Published May 22, 2023, 2:03 PM

Disclaimer: Contains scenes that some viewers may find disturbing

An attempted robbery at a Pick and Mix Mart near the Robinson Gas Station on All Saints Road has reportedly left one Syrian dead.

The man who worked at the company was shot in the head by a young man who attempted to rob the superette.

According to reports, the robber who was not wearing a mask fled the scene

Police are investigating. Our newsroom will provide an update when more information becomes available

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Comments (3)

Janet May 22, 2023, 7:11 PM

I am hearing the same words in town today. This place is going to turn up with youth violence. Get the police and ABDF ready for youth war. These young people have more weapons than our security forces put together. We are sure in the last days. The youth war looks like a natural war but it is a spiritual war in the dark place. The true church of God rise up in Antigua and Barbuda and let drive these evil forces in our youth out of town. Fathers of these criminals please hold your sons.
Chubby May 22, 2023, 3:13 PM

The can of worms has bow officially been open. Prepare for the worse!!!
Hallelujah Amen May 22, 2023, 2:54 PM

Stupid little gun toting punk . Take a life for two lunch ,two dinner and two breakfast money.
Don’t bother capture him alive to eat my tax money at station and jail

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