July 9, 2023
Firearm seized during alleged confrontation with police in St Elizabeth
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica — Lawmen assigned to the Black River Police Station are now in possession of a prohibited weapon that was seized during a shootout in Spring Park in the parish on Saturday.
Reports are that about 6:00 pm, a gunman was shot as he engaged in a gun battle with police.
When the gunfire ceased, one Taurus .357 Magnum and three rounds of ammunition was seized.
The gunman is now reportedly in hospital under police guard.
Investigations are ongoing.