Cayman: Update on Arrests in Ed Bush Shooting [From March 4 – Feb 25]
UPDATE (4 March):
The men, ages 24 and 30 of West Bay, who were previously arrested in relation to the shooting at the Ed Bush Field on Sunday, 25 February, have been released on bail, pending further investigation.
“We appreciate the public’s concern regarding the granting of bail to persons suspected of being involved in such a serious crime, even with restrictions such as electronic monitoring. But we ask for patience as we continue the investigative process, and as we follow a number of leads. We reaffirm our commitment to bringing those responsible to justice while ensuring the safety of everyone in our community,” says Commissioner of Police Kurt Walton.
Police continue to encourage anyone with information on the incident to call 9-1-1 or the RCIPS Major Incident Room at 649-2930.
Anonymous tips can be provided directly to the RCIPS via our Confidential Tip Line at 949-7777, or via our website.
Persons can also attend their nearest police station or speak directly with a trusted officer.
Additionally, Cayman Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information that leads to the arrest, charge or conviction of individuals responsible for this incident. The Cayman Islands Government have also decided to support this reward with an additional $200,000 toward solving the crime.
Tips can be submitted anonymously via the Cayman Crime Stoppers website or by downloading the Cayman Crime Stoppers app.
UPDATE (2 March):
Police can confirm that all seven victims of the shooting incident which occurred on Sunday, 25 February, at the Ed Bush Field in West Bay, have been discharged from hospital.
All seven are expected to make a full recovery. On behalf of the community, the RCIPS extends gratitude to our colleagues at the Cayman Islands Health Services Authority for their efforts in administering expert medical care to those injured in the incident.
UPDATE (2 March):
Earlier today, 2 March, officers arrested a second man, age 30 of West Bay, in relation to the shooting incident which occurred on Sunday, 25 February, at the Ed Bush Field in West Bay.
He remains in police custody as investigations continue.
UPDATE (2 March):
Yesterday, 1 March, following a proactive police operation, a man, age 24 of West Bay, was arrested in relation to the shooting incident which occurred on Sunday, 25 February, at the Ed Bush Field in West Bay. He remains in custody.
As investigations continue, police are seeking a number of other persons who are believed to be connected to the incident. Police have also conducted several searches in the days since the incident occurred.
Proactive operations and searches will continue in the days to come, and members of the public will continue to see an increased armed police presence, particularly in targeted areas, as well as proactive police patrols and vehicle checkpoints.
We continue to encourage anyone with information on the incident to call 9-1-1 or the RCIPS Major Incident Room at 649-2930.
Anonymous tips can be provided directly to the RCIPS via our Confidential Tip Line at 949-7777, or via our website.
Persons can also attend their nearest police station or speak directly with a trusted officer.
Additionally, Cayman Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information that leads to the arrest, charge or conviction of individuals responsible for this incident. The Cayman Islands Government have also decided to support this reward with an additional $200,000 toward solving the crime.
Tips can be submitted anonymously via the Cayman Crime Stoppers website or by downloading the Cayman Crime Stoppers app.
UPDATE (28 February):
Investigations continue into the shooting which occurred on Sunday, 25 February, at the Ed Bush Field in West Bay, with police conducting several proactive operations throughout the day yesterday, 27 February. Police continue to appeal for anyone who was present at the location at the time of the incident to come forward and provide information.
“We believe there were hundreds of people present at the Ed Bush stadium at the time of this shooting but we have only been able to make contact with a small percentage. I would urge anyone who was present, including families and friends of the teams playing or other persons present, to contact us, if they haven’t done so already. Any information, no matter how seemingly minor, could assist in the investigation, and allow us to more quickly bring the perpetrators to justice,” says Superintendent Peter Lansdown.
Anyone with information is encouraged to call 9-1-1 or the RCIPS Major Incident Room at 649-2930.
Anonymous tips can be provided directly to the RCIPS via our Confidential Tip Line at 949-7777, or via our website.
Persons can also attend their nearest police station or speak directly with a trusted officer.
“We are also particularly interested in any video footage from the incident. Again, no matter how seemingly minor,” adds Superintendent Lansdown. Clips can also be submitted via the RCIPS website at the link above, or by email to [email protected].
Additionally, Cayman Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information that leads to the arrest, charge or conviction of individuals responsible for this incident. The Cayman Islands Government have also decided to support this reward with an additional $200,000 toward solving the crime.
Tips can be submitted anonymously via the Cayman Crime Stoppers website or by downloading the Cayman Crime Stoppers app.
In addition, Infinite Mindcare is hosting a free group session for persons who witnessed or are otherwise severely impacted by the shooting, on Thursday, 29 February. Visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/infinitemindcare for more details.
UPDATE:
Following the statement that was released yesterday 25th February, police can now confirm that seven persons were injured during the shooting that took place at the Ed Bush Stadium in West Bay.
All seven persons were attended to at a hospital by medical practitioners, two were seen by EMS and transported to hospital by ambulance, and the remaining five arrived by private vehicles. All victims remain stable and four have since been treated and released. No other persons have reported injuries to the police at this time.
The crime scene was held overnight for day light investigations to continue. Multiple spent casing were located at the scene.
Investigations are currently underway and our working hypothesis is that this was a targeted attack with one or possibly two intended targets, that resulted in seven persons being shot and injured.
The shooting was believed to have been carried out by a single gunman who fled the scene on foot from the location.
Commissioner Kurt Walton stated, “Our detectives are actively seeking witnesses and are encouraging anyone with information to call the Major Incident Room at 649-2930 to assist with this investigation. We are committed to deploying all available resources and will do everything in our power to bring the perpetrator (s) to justice”.
Additionally, Cayman Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information that leads to the arrest, charge or conviction of individuals responsible for the shooting incident at Ed Bush Field. The Cayman Islands Government have also decided to support this reward with an additional$200,000 toward solving the crime.
Tips can be submitted anonymously via the Cayman Crime Stoppers website or by downloading the Cayman Crime Stoppers app.
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25 February:
Shortly after 9:00PM tonight, Sunday 25 February, police and other emergency services responded to a report of shots fired during a football match at Ed Bush Field, West Bay.
It was reported the first shots were fired just outside the changing rooms.
Seven persons have arrived at George Town Hospital by private vehicles with serious injuries, and are currently in a stable condition.
Police have cordoned the scene, and there is increased police presence in the vicinity including the Firearms Response Unit.
The investigation into this incident is active and on-going. So far there have been no arrests in connection with the incident.
Police are appealing for anyone that witnessed the incident to come forward and provide information. Anyone with information is encouraged to call 911 or the West Bay Police Station 949-3999
Anonymous tips can be provided directly to the RCIPS via our Confidential Tip Line at 949-7777, or via our website or through Cayman Crime Stoppers online.
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