BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, CMC – Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew says he’s saddened by the current incident that led to the deaths of two younger males locally of Higher Monkey Hill, to the north of right here on Wednesday.
The Prime Minister, who was celebrating his birthday, stated on listening to of the incident, he promptly halted all celebrations to personally go to and prolonged “my heartfelt condolences to the households and family members of the victims.”
“It was my honest intention to personally interact with the affected households and the group earlier than addressing the general public, a dedication I fulfilled yesterday and early this morning.
“I additionally lengthen my heartfelt condolences to all residents and residents throughout the nation who could have been affected. I need to guarantee our residents and residents that the Authorities is dedicated to taking all vital measures to finish such habits.”
The Prime Minister known as on the nation to unequivocally condemn acts of violence “which have turn into all too prevalent in our communities. The lack of these promising lives is a stark reminder of the pressing want for collective motion to handle the basis causes of such incidents.”
“To the younger males who discover themselves entangled within the net of violence, I implore you to rethink the trail you’re on. Put down the weapons and embrace a future that holds promise and positivity. Our nation mourns the lack of potential, and we can not let these mindless acts outline our collective future.”
“It’s incumbent upon all of us to unite towards violence and to work collectively to construct a society the place our youth can flourish and thrive. Allow us to channel our grief and outrage into actions that promote understanding, compassion, and group constructing.”
He stated that in reminiscence of the lives misplaced and in solidarity with these affected, your complete nation should stand collectively towards gun crimes.
“Our shared accountability is to create an surroundings the place peace and safety prevail. Might the souls of the departed relaxation in peace, and should their households discover power and solace throughout this tough time.”
The police recognized the victims as Higher Monkey Hill residents Lequani James,29, and Kevin Collins,24.
In line with a police assertion, gunshots had been heard at Decrease Monkey Hill, and when cops arrived, they discovered James, Collins, and one other man, Kejaun Connanier, injured.
Connanier,21, was shot within the legs and was taken to the Joseph N. France Common Hospital, the place he was handled and admitted.
James and Collins are the twenty seventh and twenty eighth homicide victims in St Kitts and Nevis this 12 months. The nation, which is thought to be one of many most secure within the Caribbean, recorded 5 murders inside the final three weeks.
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