Police confirm Kade JnBaptiste murder suspect is in custody
MARIGOT, St Lucia (April 6, 2025) — Police have arrested a male suspect in connection with the fatal shooting of 31-year-old Kade “Kape” JnBaptiste in Coolie Town, Marigot. The suspect remains in custody as investigators work to determine a motive and whether charges will be laid.
The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) confirmed that officers from the Marigot Police Station responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 7:50 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2. Emergency personnel discovered JnBaptiste unresponsive with multiple gunshot wounds to the torso. Despite efforts from the Saint Lucia Fire Service, he was pronounced dead at the scene. A medical professional later confirmed the death.
Police have not yet released the suspect’s identity or indicated whether the firearm used in the incident has been recovered. The investigation remains active, with authorities urging community members to come forward with any information that could assist in building the case.
This development follows an earlier report by Unitedpac St Lucia News that first covered the shooting in its immediate aftermath. Read the original story: Jacmel man shot dead in Coolie Town.
The fatal Marigot shooting has intensified calls for stronger policing measures in Marigot, where residents have raised concerns about escalating gun violence. The killing of Kade JnBaptiste, a resident of Derrière Lagoon in Jacmel, adds to the growing list of homicides reported across St Lucia in 2025.
Law enforcement officials continue to appeal to the public for information, which can be shared anonymously via the Crime Hotline or by visiting the nearest police station.
Unitedpac St Lucia News will continue to track this developing investigation and deliver verified updates as new information becomes available from police sources.
