SOUFRIERE, St Lucia — A Soufriere Deadly Shooting left one man dead and injured two children after gunfire erupted Sunday night along Barons Drive, according to preliminary reports. Officials had not released a formal statement at the time of publication.
Reports indicate the shooting happened around 9:15 p.m. when masked assailants allegedly opened fire, prompting a police response. The motive has not been established, and further information was not immediately available.
The deceased has been identified in reports as Kayson Simon, also known as “Bigs,” of Palmiste. His death has reportedly sparked outrage among residents as tensions between Palmiste and Barons Drive remain high.
Sources close to the incident said two male children sustained gunshot wounds to their legs. Another injured man remained hospitalized and was identified in reports as 24-year-old Vernel. Authorities had not provided an official update on the conditions of the wounded.
The reported involvement of children has heightened concern within the community, where residents have long raised fears over recurring violence and the danger posed to bystanders. Similar concerns were raised after a recent Dennery man was shot dead in Odsan.
Soufriere Deadly Shooting Raises Fear of Retaliation
The latest attack is likely to increase pressure on law enforcement and community leaders to prevent further violence. With tensions already high, residents now face renewed uncertainty over whether retaliation could follow.
What We Know
- Preliminary reports indicate the shooting happened along Barons Drive in Soufriere around 9:15 p.m.
- One man was killed in the incident.
- The deceased has been identified in reports as Kayson Simon, also known as “Bigs,” of Palmiste.
- Two male children were reportedly shot in their legs.
- Another injured man was hospitalized and identified in reports as 24-year-old Vernel.
- Police responded after gunfire was reported.
- Based on the figures provided, the homicide toll is now at 27.
What We Don’t Know
- Police have not officially confirmed the identities of those involved.
- Authorities have not confirmed the conditions of the injured victims.
- No motive has been officially established.
- It is not yet known how many attackers were involved.
- Officials have not said whether any arrests have been made.
- Authorities have not confirmed whether the shooting was directly linked to the longstanding feud.
This is a developing story. Unitedpac St Lucia News will update this report as confirmed information becomes available.
