Man shot in police shoot-out in Spanish Town
Published:Friday | September 1, 2023 | 6:23 PM
A man was injured in a police shoot-out in an area called Africa in March Road, Spanish Town, St Catherine today.
The police indicated that they seized a Springfield Smith and Wesson handgun loaded with a magazine containing two rounds.
The injured man, who is in hospital, was taken into custody on suspicion of possession of a prohibited weapon, unauthorized possession of ammunition, and shooting with intent.
It is reported that about 6 am, acting on intelligence, members of a police party went into the area.
Upon entering a lane, a man allegedly armed with a gun was observed.
He reportedly ran and was pursued inside a house by the police, during which a shootout reportedly ensued.
When the gunfight subsided, it was revealed that the man suffered gunshot injuries.
A firearm was seized and the man was taken to hospital.
The Independent Commission of Investigations has launched a probe into the matter.
- Rasbert Turner
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