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Two Patriots Players and CPL Official Robbed at Gunpoint in Barbados

Police say a recovered firearm is now central to an active investigation.

Overview

  • The robbery occurred around 2:50 a.m. on September 9 when the group stopped at a restaurant in Fontabelle, St. Michael, while returning to their hotel.
  • During a scuffle a chain was taken and police recovered a firearm believed to belong to the assailant, and no injuries were reported.
  • Barbados Police confirmed the victims were in a larger group that included West Indies cricketers, and none of the West Indies players were robbed.
  • Authorities have withheld identities as the two players and the CPL official cooperate with investigators, and both the team and league have offered limited public comment.
  • The Patriots remain scheduled to face the Barbados Royals on September 11 at Kensington Oval, with security around the team tightened.