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(PLTM) - Detectives of the RVIPF Major Crime Team have not yet linked the two shootings over the weekend that has left one dead and one injured but appeal for witnesses or persons with information to come forward and assist with inquiries.
According to police, they received a report just after midnight on Saturday May27 of shots fired in the Manchester area. Vicardo Farrell, 33, a resident of Major Bay was wounded and subsequently died from his injuries.
A male victim of another shooting in Long Bush on Sunday May 28 before 9pm was taken to hospital for treatment. He is presently in stable condition.
Commissioner of Police Mark Collins noted that while the RVIPF’s fight to remove illegal firearms from the streets continues, the community must join in the battle.
“We are all at risk of injury or death in these premediated acts of violence. Do not keep the secrets of these perpetrators. If they fear exposure, they will stop. Help us to restore a sense of calm and peace in our communities,” the Commissioner said.
Four firearms, including two semi-automatic weapons, were seized in the search of residences at Spooners Estate last week. The week prior another firearm was confiscated from an 18-year-old scooter rider.
The RVIPF is continuing to do its part to reduce the number of illegal firearms on the streets of the Territory and is appealing to persons with information on suspected persons or the locations where these firearms are being held.
Persons can confidentially call the CrimeStoppers line 800-8477 (TIPS) or overseas call 1-284-800-8477 with the relevant information or contact the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at 368-9339.
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