Mayaro man killed in drive-by shooting

Police on a crime scene - File photo
Police on a crime scene - File photo

A Mayaro man was killed instantly on Saturday during a drive-by shooting in the district.

Police identified the victim as Tyrone "Tiger" Carter, who lived at Plaisance, in Mayaro. He was in his 50s.

A report said at about 11 am, Carter was standing in the yard of a friend at Rest House Village in Mayaro talking to someone inside the house.

A car pulled up at the roadside, and the occupants opened fire before speeding off.

He was shot in the head and died at the scene. No one else was injured.

A video circulating on social media showed a wound to the back of his head. It is believed a bullet exited his mouth.

Police said Carter had a lengthy criminal record with several gun-related and robbery matters pending at the Mayaro Magistrate’s Court. Investigations are ongoing.

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