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Police Investigate Belair Goods Vehicle Robbery After Passenger Shot During Violent Incident
Castries, Saint Lucia – Emergency responders from the Saint Lucia Fire Service (SLFS) rushed a man to the OKEU Hospital after he sustained a gunshot wound to the thigh during a shocking Belair Goods Vehicle Robbery in Castries. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, involved a goods vehicle that was reportedly targeted by armed robbers.
According to initial reports, the victim was a passenger in the goods vehicle when the Belair Goods Vehicle Robbery took place. At approximately 4:15 p.m., the SLFS was alerted to the situation and responded promptly to the scene. Responders treated the injured man before transporting him to the OKEU Hospital for further medical care. The victim was reportedly in stable condition at the time of transport. However, authorities have not yet confirmed whether any items or cash were stolen during the incident.
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of 02Rising Gun Violence in Saint Lucia
This robbery comes amid a troubling rise in gun violence across Saint Lucia. On the same day, two separate shooting incidents were reported on Water Works Road, Castries. The first claimed the life of Vernon “Fat Dog” Auguste, a 43-year-old resident of Bois Patat, Morne Du Don. Hours later, a Vincentian national sustained a gunshot wound to the leg in a similar incident in the same area.
These back-to-back shootings have heightened concerns about public safety and the growing prevalence of gun violence in communities throughout the island. Residents are increasingly calling for stronger measures to address the issue and restore a sense of security.
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of 02Police Investigation Ongoing
The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) has launched an investigation into the robbery and shooting in Belair. Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information about this incident to come forward. Individuals can contact the Criminal Investigations Department or submit tips anonymously through the Crime Hotline at 555 or via the RSLPF Crime Hotline Application, available on the Google Play Store.
Unitedpac St Lucia News will continue to provide updates on this developing story as more information becomes available. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this challenging time.
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