– after licensed firearm holder opens fire on ‘heavily tinted’ vehicle that attempted to turn around in front of his Tucville home
Police are investigating an alleged murder committed on 25-year-old Colin Perreira of Barrack Street, Kitty, and the attempted murder of 20-year-old Gail Ann Chacon, which occurred about 21:10hrs last night at Perry Street, Tucville, by a licensed firearm holder.
Initial investigations revealed that the deceased who was driving a heavily tinted motor car, with the other victim seated in the front passenger seat, attempted to turn around the vehicle, on the space in front the suspect’s residence. In the process, the suspect who was in his yard, drew his licensed handgun and discharged several rounds at the vehicle, hitting the victims about their bodies.
Police were informed and responded promptly. The victims were rushed to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC). Perreira was pronounced dead on arrival and Chacon is presently undergoing surgery. Her condition is listed as critical.
The suspect has since been taken into custody.
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