Kingston West police have issued a wanted notice for Mark Anthony Roberts following the shooting of a woman, believed to be his child’s mother, in Trench Town. The woman sustained serious injuries and has been hospitalized. The police are monitoring the area due to concerns of potential retaliatory actions from gang affiliations related to the suspect.
The Kingston West police have issued a wanted notice for Mark Anthony Roberts, also known as ‘Markie’, in connection with the shooting of a woman identified as his child’s mother. The incident occurred on Wednesday at Buckas Scheme on Third Street in Trench Town, Kingston 12. The 36-year-old victim has sustained injuries and is currently hospitalized following this altercation.
The encounter escalated around 7:40 PM when the victim and Roberts engaged in a heated argument. According to police reports, during the confrontation, Roberts retrieved a firearm from his waistband and fired at the victim, striking her in the left hand and chest. She attempted to flee but subsequently collapsed, requiring assistance to the hospital.
Authorities have determined that the dispute stemmed from issues related to the victim’s current boyfriend. Furthermore, investigations revealed that Roberts is associated with the Buchas Gang operating within the vicinity. Given the potential for retaliatory actions, police have intensified surveillance in the area following the incident.
In summary, Mark Anthony Roberts is being sought by Kingston West police for the shooting of a woman identified as his child’s mother. The altercation, which stemmed from personal issues, resulted in the woman suffering serious injuries, while Roberts remains at large and is linked to gang activity. The police are taking precautions against possible reprisals in the community.
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