KINGSTOWN, St Vincent (CMC) — The police in St Vincent are reporting that a 27-year-old man, who was shot and injured in Arnos Vale on Tuesday night and sought assistance from cops, is a Grenadian who is wanted in his country.

The police said that Shakim Akin Thomas aka “Shark” of St Andrew, Grenada was approached by an unknown assailant who shot him three times, striking him in the hand, upper thigh and lower thigh.

“Despite his injuries, Thomas managed to escape to the nearby St James Medical School, where he encountered police officers and received immediate assistance,” the police said in a statement.

The police said it “considers this a serious act of violence and is actively pursuing all leads in the matter”.

Investigators are calling on members of the public who may have seen anything suspicious or have information that could assist in identifying the perpetrator(s) to come forward.

The statement said that during the investigation, it became known that Thomas is wanted by police in his home country, adding “Grenadian authorities issued a regional wanted notice for his arrest in May 2023”.

“While this detail does not diminish the urgency or seriousness with which the RSVGPF (Royal St Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force) is treating this case, it serves as a reminder to the public that harbouring individuals who are in the country illegally or wanted in other jurisdictions is both reckless and unlawful.

“The RSVGPF urges all citizens to cooperate with law enforcement in ensuring our communities remain safe and secure. Your information could help bring those responsible to justice. Speak up, because your silence helps no one,” the statement said.