The Firearm Licensing Authority (FLA) says it has launched an investigation into an incident caught on video, showing a man in possession of a firearm physically assaulting a nurse.

The FLA in a release Friday said it commences investigations into incidents like these “where it can be confirmed that the individual involved is a licensed firearm holder”.

“We are assuring the public that a thorough investigation will be conducted and the necessary actions under the law will be taken. The FLA takes this opportunity to remind licensed firearm holders that brandishing or using a firearm to intimidate or assault a person is a criminal offence,” said Cait-Amoi Goulbourne, FLA corporate communications officer.

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The FLA said it will provide an update as soon as its Board of Authority has made a decision regarding this matter.

Observer Online understands that the incident happened on Mount Airy Road on Tuesday night.

The circumstances that led to the incident are still unclear but it is understood that sometime after 7:00 pm, the man and the nurse were driving separate vehicles along the roadway when the man became enraged and attacked the woman.

A video of the incident that went viral on social media Thursday night shows the man with a gun in his hand, brutally assaulting the nurse, including stomping on her head.

The FLA said it is encouraging the public to contact the authority or police where they witness or know of any misuse of firearms by licensed firearm holders. Reports can be made via email at info@fla.gov.jm or by calling 876-927-6057-59.