DOMINICA: Police Hunt Killer After Fatal Shooting of Dwight Maximea

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DOMINICA: Police Hunt Killer After Fatal Shooting of Dwight Maximea
Dwight Maximea

Police have launched an investigation into the shooting death of Dwight Maximea, a 33-year-old resident of Portsmouth.

According to reports, the incident occurred shortly after midnight. Law enforcement officers were quickly dispatched to the scene, where an active investigation is now underway.

Authorities have not released further details about the circumstances surrounding the homicide, but have confirmed that additional information will be shared as it becomes available.

The police are appealing to anyone with information to come forward to assist in their inquiries.

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Comments (8)

  • Donna September 16, 2025, 12:37 PM

    Maybe the killer done jump on a banana (fig) boat to Antigua. I hope Dominica authorities done forward a copy of the suspect picture to Antigua security forces.
    Reply
    • Walker September 16, 2025, 8:39 PM

      Some people thinks the worse! But okay
      Reply
  • Informed citizen September 16, 2025, 12:51 PM

    So heartbreaking. Gun violence is stealing too many of our youths. Rest in peace, Dwight.
    Reply
  • Apex Jones September 16, 2025, 7:18 PM

    Too much gun violence in Dominica. People please stop else people will stop coming and the economy will suffer
    Reply
  • Tromos September 16, 2025, 7:38 PM

    These days you’re lucky to reach 50 years,another young man future gone as a 24 year old I pray everyday I don’t fall victim to those or any crimes
    Reply
  • Vios September 16, 2025, 7:39 PM

    Smh Rip dappa
    Reply
  • Uwp September 16, 2025, 7:41 PM

    There’s crime everywhere unfortunately but Dominica over doing it.They need to focus on standing up for themselves against the bias government they have
    Reply
  • Monette September 16, 2025, 8:40 PM

    Gun violence is shaking up our world, everyday I get up and wonder where in revelation we are
    Reply

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