On the same night there was a performance given by a band from the Island of Dominica at the Soggy Dollar bar, which is in the immediate vicinity of where this unfortunate incident took place.
The victim, Mr. Marcus W., also attended that concert. Marcus W. went to the concert with friends and played pool in the bar. Marcus W. left the Soggy Dollar and went in the direction of Mc Donalds restaurant where the incident took place.
The victim was attacked in a cowardly manner and beaten with an object by three young men, who were all approximately 18 years old. There are no clues which indicate the reason for this senseless criminal act.
The investigation is still on-going and progressing slowly. Nevertheless, the Detective Department is encouraging the public who may have any info that might lead to the apprehension of the culprits, to contact the investigating detectives at the police station in Philipsburg.
The team can be reached through the general number 5422222 ext. 126
