Published 20 April 2024
Buckie Got It, St. Kitts and Nevis News Source
POLICE INVESTIGATING JOHN STREET HOMICIDE
The Police are investigating the shooting death of thirty-eight (38)-year-old Elston Estridge of Conaree Village, St. Kitts. The incident occurred on April 18th, 2024, at John Street, Newtown, St. Kitts, between 1:30PM and 2PM.
Responding to the scene, Police officers observed Mr Estridge lying on the ground with gunshot wounds about the body. He was subsequently pronounced deceased at the scene. Preliminary investigations indicate that Mr Estridge was accosted by an armed assailant who fled the scene afterwards.
The Crime Scene Unit of the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police (RSCNPF) processed the scene and collected some items of evidential value. An investigation into the matter is ongoing and the general public will be kept appropriately abreast of its developments. Should anyone have any information about this or any other criminal matter, you are strongly encouraged to contact the nearest Police station, or call the Crime Stoppers’ Hotline, 707.
The RSCNPF expresses sincere condolences to all who have been negatively impacted by this incident.
