Shooting During Trinidad and Tobago Carnival Leads to Tragedy and Injury
A shooting during Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival celebrations resulted in one death and four injuries. Irvin Joaquin Mayora, a 30-year-old Venezuelan national, was identified as the deceased. The incident occurred along Western Main Road when a 61-year-old man shot at an assailant, hitting bystanders. The police are investigating, with a press briefing expected for further details.
During the ongoing Carnival festivities in Trinidad and Tobago, a shooting occurred, resulting in one fatality and injuries to four others, including a United States citizen. The deceased, identified as Irvin Joaquin Mayora, was a 30-year-old Venezuelan national. The injured individuals included residents of Diego Martin, St. James, and Maraval, as well as a 65-year-old woman from Maryland, USA.
The incident unfolded when a 61-year-old man from Carapichaima reported being attacked while walking along the Western Main Road. He retrieved a firearm and, in a panic, discharged it, inadvertently injuring four bystanders. Mayora managed to flee but collapsed nearby, while the assailant remained at the scene and was taken into custody by law enforcement officers.
All victims received medical attention at St. James District Hospital. Notably, a 25-year-old man from St. James sustained a serious head injury and was subsequently transferred to Port of Spain General Hospital. The remaining three victims are reported to be in stable condition.
Investigating officers recovered eleven spent 9mm shell casings at the crime scene. Although police have yet to confirm if Mayora was the one who attacked the 61-year-old, he is considered a primary suspect. The authorities have yet to ascertain whether the shooter possessed a valid firearms license.
This incident occurred shortly after a ‘confidence walk’ led by government officials, who commended the police for maintaining order during Carnival, following only one significant serious incident prior – a fatal traffic accident. A press briefing is anticipated to provide further updates on this shooting. Trinidad and Tobago is currently under a State of Emergency with enhanced law enforcement powers in place, although there is no curfew in effect.
The Carnival celebrations in Trinidad and Tobago were overshadowed by a tragic shooting incident, resulting in one death and four injuries. The police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the event, with a focus on the suspect’s actions and gun ownership. This shooting, occurring during a period of heightened security measures, stands in stark contrast to previous safety assurances given by officials, highlighting the ongoing challenges of maintaining public safety in festive settings.
Original Source: cayman.loopnews.com
