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Two children killed, four injured in shooting

Published:Saturday | April 25, 2020 | 12:00 AM

The Gleaner has received information that at least six children have been shot in Craig Town in St Andrew. 

Two have died, including a 15-year-old, and the other four have been taken to hospital. 

Member of Parliament for South St Andrew, Mark Golding says the deceased children have were known to him 'Shine Head' and 'Dada'. He has described the incident as an "awful situation." 

The police believe the attack could be a reprisal for another killing in Admiral Town. 

Our newsroom is tracking the story and will provide more details.

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