Several detained after shots fired in fracas at Meadowrest
Published:Thursday | December 2, 2021 | 12:12 AM
Police personnel from the St Catherine North Police Division yesterday took several persons into custody following a fracas at the Meadowrest Memorial Gardens in St Catherine.
The cops were called about 2:30 p.m. after a dispute developed between security guards and a group of mourners and shots were reportedly fired.
One person told our news team that a security guard was injured in the fracas.
“Yes, dem attack the security and cut him and a tussle start. Shot fire and so police come,” said Marvin Davis.
When The Gleaner visited the Frazier’s Content location, heavily armed police personnel were seen observing the proceedings.
“We are here to maintain the peace, which was disrupted earlier,” confirmed Deputy Superintendent of Police Linroy Edwards.
As a result of the disturbance, the main road leading to the cemetery was blocked and several hearses seen waiting outside the compound for clearance to enter the burial ground at which there are frequent disputes.