Parliamentary Representative for St. George, Michael Freeland, has expressed profound sadness following Sunday’s fatal drive-by shooting in Potters Village that claimed the life of 29-year-old Leyandrew Hubbard and left an 18-year-old man in critical condition.

In a statement issued on Sunday, Freeland described the incident as a heartbreaking tragedy for the constituency and extended condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased.

“Today, my heart is heavy as I learned of the tragic shooting in Potters Village that claimed the life of one of our young men, Leandro ‘Leo’ Hubbard, and left another young man fighting for his life in hospital,” Freeland said.

The MP also offered prayers for the recovery of the injured teenager, urging the nation to keep the young man and his family in their thoughts during the difficult period.

Describing the shooting as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of gun violence, Freeland said no family should have to endure such loss and no community should have to live in fear.

“This senseless act has shaken all of us and serves as a painful reminder that we must continue working together to build safer, stronger communities where our young people can live with hope rather than fear,” he said.

Freeland expressed confidence that the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda would conduct a thorough investigation into the killing and appealed to anyone with information that could assist investigators to come forward.

He also reassured residents of Potters Village and the wider St. George constituency that they have his full support as the community comes to terms with the tragedy.

“I stand with the people of Potters and the wider St. George community during this difficult time. Let us reject violence, support one another, and continue working together for peace, unity and a brighter future for our constituency,” the statement concluded.

Police continue to investigate the daylight shooting, which occurred shortly before 11 a.m. on Sunday along a road opposite Potters Primary School. Hubbard died at the scene, while the second victim remains hospitalized in critical condition.