Crime
Double Fatality at Three Houses Plantation: Investigations Underway into Fatal Shooting of Two Men in Yam Field
"Ongoing investigations into a fatal shooting at a yam field in St Philip. Two men were confronted while harvesting crops, resulting in their deaths. Police seek help in identifying the deceased."
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Investigations are continuing into the fatal shooting of two men at a yam field at Three Houses Plantation in St Philip this morning.
According to police, the owner of the field which was under lease from the plantation was reportedly patrolling his field after having previous issues with crop theft.
He encountered two men harvesting his crops and confronted them. An altercation occurred, resulting in the two men being shot. They both died at the scene.
The identities of the deceased remain unknown and police are appealing to anyone who can identify the two individuals to contact the District ‘C’ Police Station at 418- 8200/8204, police emergency at 211 or the Oistins Police Station at 418-2612.
People can also visit the morgue for official identification.
