This information was confirmed in a statement issued by Information Officer of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), Diane Drayton.

“Police can confirm that one man is dead as a result of a shooting in Baughers Bay after 3 pm this afternoon. The circumstance surrounding the shooting is still unclear, therefore no other details can be provided at this time,” the police said.

While investigations are ongoing into the deadly shooting, the RVIPF said the name of the deceased will be forthcoming shortly.