Update on Easter Sunday Shooting Provided by Police
The police are actively investigating the shooting that took place at Corn Alley during the early hours of Easter Sunday, April 5.
- One of the victims, a 20-year-old male, is still hospitalized at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, where he is receiving medical care. He is expected to undergo surgery for injuries to his hand and thigh.
- The other victims injured in the incident have been treated and discharged from the hospital.
Investigations are still underway as police work diligently to identify and apprehend those responsible for the incident.
The Police Administration urges anyone with information that could assist in the investigation to reach out to the Criminal Investigations Department at 462-3913 or to call the Crimestoppers anonymous hotline at 800-TIPS (8477).
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