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The Major Crime Unit (MCU) of the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSGVPF) has launched an investigation into a deadly shooting incident that occurred in Edinboro on Thursday, December 21, 2023.
According to preliminary investigation, about 10:25 a.m., Dwayne Barnfield, a 35-year-old labourer, and Allan Lewis, a 25-year-old labourer, both of Edinboro, were walking along the Edinboro Public Road towards Kingstown.
On reaching the vicinity of Nine (9) Steps, they were attacked by a masked assailant who fired several bullets from a gun at them. Both men sustained injuries to their bodies and were transported to the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital (MCMH) by the police for medical treatment.
Barnfield underwent surgery and later succumbed to his injuries. At 4:40 p.m., a medical professional declared him dead.
A postmortem examination will be conducted on the body to ascertain the cause of death. Lewis is still warded as a patient at the MCMH.
The Crime Scene Unit of the RSVGPF processed the crime scene and retrieved several pieces of exhibit.
The RSVGPF offers its condolences to everyone who has suffered a loss as a result of this incident.
Anyone with information that can assist with these investigations is encouraged to call 999/911, the officer in charge of the Criminal Investigations Department at 1-784-456-1810, or any police station or police officer you are comfortable speaking with.
If you see something, say something! Do not cover up for the criminals. Work with the police and share any information that you may have. Together, we can prevent crime, arrest and prosecute criminals, and make our communities safer.
All information received will be treated confidentially. Investigations into the cases are ongoing.
