Woman killed, several injured in gun attack at Grant’s Pen bar
Police on scene of shooting at popular bar in Grants Pen which left one person dead and several others injured. (Photo: Lewellyn Wynter)
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May 22, 2024

Woman killed, several injured in gun attack at Grant’s Pen bar

ST ANDREW, Jamaica— At least one person is dead and several others injured following a shooting at a popular bar in Grant’s Pen, St Andrew late Tuesday evening.

The deceased has only been identified by her alias ‘Kim’.

It is understood that patrons were gathered at the well-known drinking spot when masked gunmen entered the establishment just before 10:00 pm and opened fire.

Several people were reportedly shot during the incident.

According to community members, screams and explosions sounding like gunshots could be heard coming from the bar.

Police are currently at the location probing the shooting.

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