The Cayman Islands Football Association (CIFA) confirms that there was a shooting at the Ed Bush Stadium around 9:00pm on 25 February 2024, during the halftime of a Cayman Premier League match.
CIFA officials and staff on the scene responded to provide support and have confirmed that all players and staff from the teams are safe.

At this time, we remain hopeful that any persons harmed by the incident will recover and we will continue to pray for everyone who has been impacted by this tragic incident. We extend our deepest sympathies, recognizing that such incidents deeply affect not only the players and staff involved, but also the broader football family. The sense of community that defines our sport is now tinged with sorrow, and we stand united in offering support, strength, and solidarity to those affected.

As we navigate these challenging moments, CIFA emphasizes our commitment to the safety and well-being of every member of our football community, and we condemn any form of violence. The CIFA has preventively suspended all football activities until Tuesday, 5 March 2024, this includes all football matches and National Teams’ training sessions as well as any other football public event. The CIFA also requires that all member clubs’ public activities and training sessions to be suspended until this date.

The suspension of activities can be extended should the CIFA finds it necessary.

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 a confidential tip line at 949-7777, or via its website https://www.rcips.ky/submit-a-tip or through the Cayman Crime Stoppers online https://caymancrimestoppers.com/