Police in Regional Division 8 are investigating an alleged stabbing and shooting incident which occurred on Friday, February 6, 2026 about 01:45hrs at 111 Miles, Mahdia, Potaro-Siparuni Region.
Enquiries disclosed that ranks from the Mahdia Police Station responded to a report of a disturbance in the vicinity of Mahdia Primary School Street. Upon arrival, several males were observed engaged in a violent altercation and were instructed to desist. The individuals reportedly ignored the instructions and began hurling objects in the direction of the police and the police vehicle.
During efforts to restore order, a police corporal was attacked by two males who attempted to disarm him, one of whom was armed with a sharp instrument. During the altercation, the rank sustained stab injuries to his lower abdominal area and right arm. In the process, the rank discharged his service weapon, which caused the armed male to sustain injuries.
The injured male, a 22-year-old pork-knocker of Campbelltown Village, Region 8, and the police rank were escorted to the Mahdia District Hospital, where they were examined by a doctor on duty and admitted in stable condition.
A pair of scissors and two (2) 9mm spent shells were recovered at the scene and lodged.
The injured pork-knocker is under police guard. No other arrests have been made.
Investigations continue.
