PHILIPSBURG:--- The Sint Maarten Police Force (KPSM) is investigating a shooting in the St. Peters area on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. At approximately 6:30 PM, Central Police Dispatch received a report of a shooting in the area. Shortly after that, a male victim was brought to the Sint Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) with a gunshot wound to his leg.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the shooting stemmed from an altercation between two brothers. During the dispute, one of the individuals involved reportedly produced a firearm and shot the other in the leg.
Following the incident, detectives conducted a house search at the location where the altercation took place. During the search, a rifle was found and confiscated by police. In addition, a white vehicle believed to have been involved in the incident was also seized as part of the ongoing investigation.
As the details surrounding the situation are still being clarified, investigators are actively gathering statements and evidence to determine the exact cause and circumstances of the shooting.
The Sint Maarten Police Force urges anyone with information about this incident to come forward and assist in the investigation.
KPSM Press Release.
