Gunman disarmed by residents in Hanover, firearm handed over to police
HANOVER, Jamaica — Residents in Mount Peace, Hanover reportedly stopped an altercation from turning deadly when they disarmed a gunman in the community on Saturday.
According to police reports, at about 10:00 am, three men approached another man with whom they had a prior dispute.
It is alleged that one of the suspects brandished a firearm and threatened the victim when residents in the vicinity saw what was happening and intervened. They managed to successfully disarm the assailant.
The three suspects then reportedly fled the scene, prompting the residents to contact the police.
The firearm was subsequently handed over to them. The men are now on the run and are being sought by the Hanover police.
Investigations into the incident continue.