Wednesday, May 8, 2024

Man shot after challenging burglar

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A ST GEORGE man is nursing gunshot injuries after challenging a man whom he found in his home.

The incident occurred at the Ellerton residence of 31-year-old Duane Andre Barrow around 2:50 this morning.

Barrow, a proprietor of a small business in the area, received injuries to both his thighs. He was taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital by ambulance.

The incident is being treated as a case of aggravated burglary.

Anyone who can provide any information to assist with the investigations is asked to contact police emergency number 211, Crime Stopper 1-800-TIPS (8477), District ‘B’ Police Station at 437-4311, or the nearest police station. (PR/NB)

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