FOLLOW UP: Police launch investigation into double shooting

By Admin. Updated 5:13 p.m., Wednesday, December 6, 2023, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).

The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force – RSVGPF said today (December 6) that its Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is actively investigating a shooting incident that occurred in Green Hill on Tuesday, November 05, 2023.

The shooting in the Central Kingstown community of Green Hill resulted in an individual being treated at the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital (MCMH) for gunshot injuries.

Police said: “Reports indicate that Junior Woods, a self-employed resident of Green Hill, and his girlfriend were targeted by an unknown assailant while on their way home in a motor vehicle, a blue Starlet. Mr. Woods sustained gunshot wounds to both legs during the attack. The crime scene was promptly processed by the Crime Scene Unit to retrieved several pieces of exhibit”.

The other man who was shot is Michael Lescott.

“Subsequently, Michael Lescott, a 20-year-old unemployed individual from Old Montrose, presented himself at the MCMHwith a gunshot wound to his leg. The circumstances surrounding Mr. Lescott’s injuries are currently under investigation,” police stated in a press release.

The RSVGPF said it is is urging anyone with information related to theseincidents to come forward. Persons can call 999/911/457-1211, or reach out to the officer in charge of the Criminal Investigation Department at 456-1810, or any police station or police officer you are comfortable speaking with. All information provided will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. Investigations into the cases are ongoing.

The RSVGPF said it remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the community and will spare no effort in bringing those responsible for these incidents to justice.

“If You See Something, Say Something! Do not cover up for the criminals. Work with the Police and share any information that you may have. Together, we can prevent crime, arrest and prosecute criminals, and make our communities safer,” police said.