UPDATE: Police identify shooting victim

A 17-year-old is the island’s latest shooting victim.

Terell Thompson of block 12C Green Hill Drive, Silver Hill, Christ Church, was a passenger aboard a route taxi when he was shot by an unknown man.

Police are investigating the incident which occurred around 9:45 this morning, when the route taxi was in the Silver Hill area.

Thompson was taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital by ambulance, where he is currently being treated for his injuries.

Anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who may have knowledge of it, can contact Oistins Police Station at 418-2608/2612, Police Emergency number 211, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIPS (8477) or the nearest police station. (PR)