SPANISH TOWN, St. Catherine – A 24-year-old businessman was fatally shot by police on Monday afternoon in Eltham Park, Spanish City.
The deceased has been recognized as Aidian McIntosh, also referred to as “Addi,” of Eltham Park.
The incident occurred round 3:15 p.m. whereas a police patrol was within the space. Officers reported {that a} group of males in an unfinished home drew their consideration. As police approached, the lads dispersed, fleeing in numerous instructions.
McIntosh was pursued by the police and allegedly brandished a firearm, pointing it on the officers. The police reportedly took evasive motion and returned hearth, injuring McIntosh. He was transported to the Spanish City Hospital the place he was pronounced lifeless.
A Glock 27 pistol with {a magazine} containing 5 rounds was reportedly recovered on the scene. Police have acknowledged that McIntosh was a member of a gang working within the parish.
The Unbiased Fee of Investigations (INDECOM) has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the 1 taking pictures.
