MANCHESTER, Jamaica – A 53-year-old taxi operator is facing several charges following a domestic dispute in Spur Tree, Manchester, on Tuesday, October 13.

Lawrence Gayle, otherwise called ‘Baugh’ or ‘Andrew’, of Swaby’s Hope and Newark Housing Scheme, both in Spur Tree, Manchester, has been charged with possession of a prohibited weapon, unauthorised possession of ammunition, using a firearm to commit a felony, and wounding with intent.

According to reports from the Mandeville Police, about 10:30 am, Gayle and his partner were involved in an argument when explosions were heard. A resident reportedly went to investigate and found the woman with gunshot wounds.

The police were alerted and the woman transported to the hospital, where she was admitted in serious but stable condition.

Gayle was subsequently apprehended and charged following an interview conducted in the presence of his attorney.

He is scheduled to appear in the Mandeville Parish Court on Wednesday, October 21.