Shooting in Merricks, St. Philip
At least two persons, a man a woman are nursing gunshot injuries following a shooting in Merricks, St. Philip this afternoon. Starcom Network News understands that gunmen opened fire just a stone’s throw from Bailey’s Primary School, striking the male and female victims. Their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. Police are still on […]
SSA driver robbed at gunpoint
A Sanitation Service Authority (SSA) driver was robbed at gunpoint while carrying out his duties in Chapel, St. Philip this afternoon. Public Relations Officer of the SSA, Carl Padmore, told Starcom Network News that the thief targeted and successfully stole the driver’s jewelry, leaving the entire crew in shock.
Oil Spill Forces Temporary Closure of Oistins Hill
Barbados National Energy Company Ltd. (BNECL) has confirmed that an oil spill in Oistins has led to the temporary closure of Oistins Hill to vehicular traffic. According to BNECL, the spill is being managed by their team based at the Fairy Valley location. Personnel responded promptly, and all relevant emergency and environmental agencies are currently on […]