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First Mass Shooting in Turks and Caicos Leaves Three Dead and Ten Injured

Evacuations of two critically injured victims overseas underscore calls for Haitian residents to provide information on illicit arms smuggling networks.

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Overview

  • The unprecedented attack at a Providenciales nightspot killed three young men and wounded ten others in the territory’s first mass shooting.
  • Police Commissioner Fitz Bailey confirmed at least four suspects were involved but no arrests have been made to date.
  • The main hospital in Providenciales remains on lockdown and two critically injured victims have been flown abroad for specialized care.
  • Premier Charles Washington Misick described the incident as a gangland-style slaying and urged Haitian community members to share intelligence on gun trafficking routes.
  • Crime Stoppers has offered a $10,000 reward for tips that lead to the apprehension of those responsible.