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Police confirmed a shooting Incident on Newtown Bay Road

Published 24 October 2023

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Police confirmed a shooting Incident on Newtown Bay Road

The RSCNPF can confirm that an incident in which a Police officer discharged his firearm occurred on October 23rd, 2023, between 11:00 PM and 11:30 PM. Kishorn Williams of Lower Monkey Hill was placed under arrest for breach of curfew (one of his bail conditions), Mr. Williams during this process escaped Police custody

He was pursued and intercepted on the Newtown Bay Road. There was a struggle that ensued between Mr. Williams and the officers, and one (1) round of ammunition was discharged, injuring Mr. Williams. to his upper chest area. He received an emergency medical treatment from EMS on the scene and was transported to the Joseph N. France General Hospital for additional care. He is awarded in stable conditions and under police protection.

An investigation into the incident is now ongoing.

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