From RCIPS

UPDATE:

Today (14), police arrested a 39-year-old man of George Town on Suspicion of Attempt Murder and Possession of an Unlicensed Firearm, in relation to the Eastern Avenue shooting incident that occurred shortly after 3:00AM this morning, Saturday 14 September. 

The man was taken to the detention center where he remains in custody.

Investigations continue into this matter.

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14 September

Shortly after 3:00AM a patrolling police unit heard shots fired in the vicinity of Eastern Avenue, George Town.  On approaching the location, officers identified a man on the ground outside a licensed premises who appeared to have received a number of bullet wounds to his body.    

EMS was contacted and the man was transported to the hospital by ambulance.  He is currently in a serious but stable condition. 

The scene of the incident has been cordoned and forensic evidence secured. The matter is currently under investigation by George Town CID and anyone with information is asked to contact 949-4222.

Anonymous tips can be provided directly to the RCIPS via our Confidential Tip Line at 949-7777, or via our website.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously via the Cayman Crime Stoppers website.