Trinidad and Tobago Carnival Shooting Incident Results in Death and Injuries

A shooting during Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago resulted in one fatality and four injuries, sparking an ongoing police investigation. The deceased, Irvin Joaquin Mayora, was identified as a Venezuelan national. Emergency services responded to the scene, while authorities are expected to hold a briefing to update the public.

Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival festivities were tragically disrupted by a shooting incident on Carnival Tuesday, which resulted in one fatality and injuries to four others, including an American citizen. The deceased has been identified as Irvin Joaquin Mayora, a 30-year-old Venezuelan national. The other victims include a 66-year-old man from Diego Martin, a 25-year-old man from St James, a 29-year-old woman from Maraval, and a 65-year-old woman from Maryland, US.

Initial police reports indicate that a 61-year-old man from Carapichaima was confronted and attacked while walking along Western Main Road. In self-defense, he discharged his firearm, inadvertently hitting four bystanders. Mayora succumbed to his injuries shortly thereafter. The 61-year-old man remained at the scene and cooperated with police, who subsequently seized his weapon.

Emergency medical services transported all four injured individuals to St James District Hospital. The 25-year-old, who sustained a serious head injury, was later transferred to Port of Spain General Hospital, while the other three victims are reported to be in stable condition. The police recovered eleven spent 9mm shell casings at the shooting site, and investigations into the incident are ongoing.

The incident arose shortly after a confidence-building walk led by Minister of National Security Fitzgerald Hinds and acting Commissioner of Police Junior Benjamin, aimed at assuring citizens of safety during Carnival celebrations. Although the nation is currently under a State of Emergency, there is no curfew in place. A press briefing from authorities is anticipated to provide further updates concerning the incident.

The Carnival celebrations in Trinidad and Tobago were marred by a shooting that resulted in one death and multiple injuries. The prompt response from law enforcement and medical services was noted, but this incident highlights ongoing concerns about public safety. The investigation continues, with authorities expected to provide further information shortly.

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