Teenager shot by masked men

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POLICE ARE CONDUCTING investigations into a shooting incident which occurred around 2:30 P.M. today at Bartlett Tenantry, Sargeants Village, Christ Church.

Eighteen-year-old resident Michael Omar Edwards received multiple gunshot injuries to his upper body after being attacked by two masked men.

He was transported to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital by ambulance where he is receiving medical attention. His condition is listed as serious but stable.

Preliminary investigations revealed that Edwards was at home when the two armed men entered the premises and shot him multiple times before running away.

Anyone who can provide information to assist with this investigation is asked to contact Worthing Police Station at telephone 430-7614, or 430-7615, police emergency number 211, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIPS (8477) or the nearest police station.

All information received will be strictly confidential. (PR/NB)