PORT ANTONIO, JAMAICA — A fruit vendor was gunned down at his stall in Boundbrook, Port Antonio, on Tuesday morning, sending shockwaves via the often quiet city.
The sufferer, recognized solely as Jason, was attacked round 7:30 a.m. when a gunman exited a motorcar and opened fireplace, hitting him a number of instances. The sudden burst of gunfire despatched bystanders scrambling for security.
Emergency responders had been referred to as to the scene, however Jason succumbed to his accidents. Authorities haven’t but recognized a motive for the killing.
This newest incident marks the fourth homicide in Portland for the reason that begin of the yr, elevating considerations about rising violence within the parish. Police investigations are ongoing.