A police officer was forced to fire a shot while trying to apprehend a suspect in the area of Suttle Street in Bridgetown this morning.

No one was injured contrary to reports making the rounds on social media.

A street vendor told Starcom Network News about what he witnessed and shared his concern about the incident.

A Suttle Street vendor.

Community Activist Lumumba Batson who operates a shop nearby heard the shot.

He has some advice for young men who are running afoul of the law.

Community activist Lumumba Batson.