Italis Among Two Killed in Creek Side Shooting
A 49-year-old man and an 18-year-old woman died after gunmen reportedly opened fire outside a shop.
Italis has been identified as one of two people killed in a shooting at Creek Side on Tuesday afternoon, October 20.
Police confirmed that the victims were a 49-year-old man and an 18-year-old woman, both residents of Creek Side.
According to preliminary police reports, a silver Honda CR-V carrying several occupants entered the community sometime between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. and stopped in front of a shop.
More than one occupant allegedly emerged from the vehicle armed with firearms and opened fire, striking both victims multiple times.
The victims were transported to hospital with several gunshot wounds and were subsequently pronounced dead.
Police have launched a double homicide investigation and are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that could assist investigators to come forward.
Anyone with information can contact the Criminal Investigations Department at 462-3913 or 462-3914, or Crimestoppers at 800-TIPS (8477).
The Commissioner of Police and the Police Administration extended their deepest condolences to the families, relatives and loved ones of the deceased.
Further details are expected as the investigation continues.
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Comments (2)
Kutabv October 20, 2026, 8:29 PM
No man !!! Antigua gone rogue?
ReplyItal October 20, 2026, 8:55 PM
Ras....I'm crying
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