Thursday, April 23, 2026

Fatal shooting at Chapel, St Philip

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UPDATE:

The deceased was identified by a relative as Carlos Kerwin Jones, 46 years, of #6 Chapel Land, St Phillip.

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One man was shot and killed around 10:22 p.m. on Christmas Eve at Chapel #3, St Philip.

Police say the victim, whose identity has not yet been made public, was sitting inside of a business establishment when an assailant approached and discharged a number of gunshots.

Ambulance personnel were summoned and they examined the body, but found no signs of life. A medical doctor subsequently visited the scene and pronounced death.

As investigations continue, police are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident or have any information that may assist, to please contact the Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1800-8477, Police Emergency 211 or the District ‘C’ Police Station at 416-8200 or 416-8204. (PR/SAT)

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