SUCKER GARDEN:--- Detectives are presently investigating a shooting of two men at a “truck wash” located on the Arch road in Sucker Garden. The Emergency Dispatch received the first call at approximately 10.30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 14th informing them that two unknown masked gunmen entered the building on the premises where the truck wash is located. Two men who were in the building at the time were shot by these two gunmen. Immediately several police patrols and paramedics were sent to the scene to investigate what had taken place.
On the scene, the investigating officers learned that indeed a shooting had taken place and that two persons were shot. After committing this act both suspects fled the scene. Both victims were treated at the scene and then transported to the Sint Maarten Medical Center for further medical treatment. Both victims are in critical condition at this moment.
The scene of the crime was immediately closed off for the Forensic Department to collect evidence while detectives are presently interviewing witnesses. Details of exactly what happened are unavailable at this time. Who the suspects are and why this shooting took place is being investigated. As soon a more information the media will be informed.
Victim in shooting dies of injuries
The Police Public Relation Department has learned that one of the victims in the shooting on Arch road on March 14th, 2017 with initials A.R.L. T-B also known as “Nino” died of his wounds he sustained from this shooting. The second victim remains admitted to the Sint Maarten medical center for medical treatment. The Police Department is asking anyone that have information regarding this case to get in contact with the police department by calling 54-22222 extension 213/214, the anonymous tip line # 9300 or 911.
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