Police authorities in St. Lucia are intensifying their investigations following a collection of violent episodes which have rocked communities throughout the island.
Within the southern city of Vieux Fort, two people had been killed, whereas quite a few others sustained accidents throughout a current outbreak of gun violence.
In the meantime, a separate deadly incident occurred in Dennery, a serene fishing village nestled alongside St. Lucia’s jap coast.
Renewed issues in Vieux Fort
Vieux Fort has as soon as once more discovered itself thrust into the highlight as a result of surge in violent confrontations.
Final 12 months, amidst escalating tensions, the federal government enlisted the assist of the Barbados-based Regional Safety System to assist quell the rising tide of gun-related crimes.
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Island-wide impression
St. Lucia has recorded 17 murders up to now this 12 months.
There have been 75 murders in 2023, most of which the police linked to gang violence and rivalry.
