The island’s (still) notorious Court Street that commences (or ends – subject to your perception)  at Front Street where cruise ships dock, sees yet another firearms incident.  This time multiple gunshots result in a single victim, with a leg injury.

The National Security Minister Renee Ming is claimed to have said it was “regrettable” and “disturbing” … as understand as the response?  Read more here.

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