Police looking for armed criminals who robbed St Bess bar

The police in St. Elizabeth are seeking the public’s help to find six men who robbed a business establishment in the Goshen area of the parish on Wednesday and assaulted patrons. The incident was captured on video and shows armed men invading the business and stealing gaming boxes while also assaulting individuals inside. The police have confirmed that a case of robbery with aggravation and unlawful wounding took place during the incident. The men escaped on foot after stealing cash, cell phones, and gaming boxes.

According to Superintendent Coleridge Minto, head of the police in St. Elizabeth, about six men armed with rifles and handguns were seen running towards the bar from a nearby unfinished house. They entered the bar, ordered everyone not to move, and demanded cash and cell phones. The men assaulted two patrons by hitting them on the back of the head with a rifle, causing bleeding. After robbing the place of cash, gaming boxes, and cell phones, the men escaped on foot in the direction they came from.

Following the robbery, detectives have conducted interviews and processed the scene with the help of Scene of Crimes personnel. Superintendent Minto is urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Black River CIB, call 119, or visit the nearest police station to assist with the investigation. The video clip of the robbery is circulating on the Internet, raising awareness about the incident and potentially helping to identify the perpetrators. The police are working diligently to apprehend the suspects responsible for the crime and bring them to justice.

The brazen robbery and assault at the business establishment in St. Elizabeth have sparked public concern and outrage. The use of high-powered assault weapons and violence by the perpetrators has heightened the urgency of finding and apprehending the suspects. The police are relying on the cooperation and support of the public to provide any information that could lead to the identification and capture of the individuals involved in the robbery. The community’s vigilance and assistance are crucial in ensuring the safety and security of businesses and residents in the area.

In response to the incident, law enforcement authorities are increasing their efforts to prevent similar crimes and protect businesses and patrons in St. Elizabeth. The police presence in the area has been heightened, and surveillance measures are being implemented to deter criminal activity. Community engagement and cooperation are essential in combating crime and maintaining peace and order in the parish. By working together with the police and sharing information, residents can contribute to making their neighborhoods safer and preventing future acts of violence and robbery. The authorities are committed to investigating the robbery thoroughly and holding the perpetrators accountable for their actions.