An altercation in Marigot has resulted in the death of one man.
The 25-year-old Usher St Rose of Fond Mange died at the OKEU Hospital after sustaining a stab wound to the left side of his chest area during an altercation with unidentified individuals.
Law enforcement officials confirmed receiving information that several other individuals were injured as a result of the fracas and that a minibus owner had to assess the damage done to his vehicle during the altercation.
In addition, police confirmed one woman was shot and injured in a drive-by shooting on Thursday.
Reports indicate that assailants fired uncontrollably at an unknown target, leaving an innocent bystander suffering multiple injuries.
Investigations into the island’s latest homicide have begun.
Usher St Rose’s killing leaves the homicide number at 42 in Saint Lucia.