PARHAM TOWN, Tortola, British Virgin Islands – One man was injured in a shooting incident in Parham Town this evening, prompting an investigation by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).

The incident reportedly occurred between 6:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

According to information received by Guavaberry Media, the assailants allegedly arrived in a red vehicle believed to have been stolen from the Trellis Bay area several weeks ago.

Preliminary reports suggest that the gunmen may have been targeting a particular individual when the firearm reportedly jammed. The intended target is said to have escaped by running up the road.

However, another man who was reportedly seated at a bar in the area was struck by gunfire. He was subsequently transported to the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital for medical treatment.

The RVIPF confirmed that officers are investigating a shooting in the Parham Town area and that one male was reported injured and taken to hospital.

In a statement, police said investigations are ongoing and appealed to anyone with information that may assist officers to contact them at 368-9512.

Further details will be provided as information becomes available.