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Saint Lucia | Apr 10, 2023

Pierre bemoans the senseless killing in Vieux Fort

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Phillip Pierre, prime minister of St Lucia, has expressed his condolences to the family members of the three St Lucians who were killed on Saturday (April 8) in Vieux Fort.

A toddler and his grandmother died from gunshot injuries on Saturday night in Vieux Fort, shortly after a man was gunned down at Cedar Heights.

Pierre in his Easter message to the nation said: “My brothers and sisters, today we commemorate the resurrection of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. It is a day of hope and renewal, a day that reminds us of the power of love and forgiveness.

However, as we celebrate this sacred day, we are reminded once again of the devastating impact of gun violence on our communities. My heart goes out to the families and loved ones of those who were killed during last night’s heart-aching homicides. Their pain is unimaginable, and they are in our thoughts and prayers,” Pierre stated.

Prime Minister of St Lucia, Phillip J Pierre. (Photo: Facebook @PhillipJ.Pierre)

Pierre urged St Lucians to work with the police and local organisations to share information that will keep communities safe.

“As we mourn this tragedy, we must not cower to these monsters. We must come together as a nation to address these senseless reprisal killings. They do not bring justice or resolution to any situation, but instead, they cause more pain and suffering for all involved. I urge you to work with the police and local organisations to share information that will keep our communities safe,” Pierre said.

The latest gun violence upsurge has been linked to continuing rival gang activity and media reports.

Last year the Caribbean nation recorded 74 murders.

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