Forty-four-year-old Owen Miller, a contractor of Howard Acres, Goshen in St Elizabeth, has been hit with firearm and a slew of other charges following an incident in the community on Saturday, February 28.

Reports from the Black River Police indicate that at about 8:40 pm, Miller and a woman became involved in a dispute during which he allegedly gained access to the woman’s licensed firearm.

During the altercation, Miller reportedly pointed the firearm at the woman’s motor vehicle and discharged several rounds, damaging both the front and rear tyres.

The matter was reported to the police, and an investigation was launched. As the investigation progressed, officers made several appeals for Miller to surrender.

On Friday, March 13, Miller was handed over to the police by his attorney.

He was subsequently charged with possession of a prohibited weapon, unauthorised possession of ammunition, unlawful discharge of a firearm in a public place, malicious destruction of property, and simple larceny following a question-and-answer interview.

He is currently awaiting a court date.