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Sound of gunshots scare Risk Road residents

Sound of gunshots scare Risk Road residents

August 13, 2024
1:34 pm

Residents of Risk Road, Fitts Village, St. James want more to be done urgently to address gun violence.

Their concern is heightened after the sound of what appeared to be gunshots was heard in the area around 10 last night.

When Starcom Network News visited the area today a resident confirmed hearing the shots and said the gunplay is becoming a problem and that residents are fearful for their lives.

A resident of Risk Road, Fitts Village St. James

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