The sound of gunfire echoed across Peter’s Rest early Sunday morning, as more than 100 rounds were fired in the area near Carlos Bar, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department.
The 911 Emergency Call Center received a ShotSpotter alert around 4:50 a.m., with multiple residents also calling to report what officials described as an “enormous amount” of gunfire.
Shortly after, staff at the Juan F. Luis Hospital reported that two gunshot victims had been dropped off in a private vehicle. Both individuals were admitted and are being treated for injuries sustained in the incident.
Officers, along with detectives from the Criminal Investigation Bureau and forensic units, responded to the scene as the investigation got underway. Authorities have not released additional details, and the incident remains under active investigation.
Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest. Anyone with information is asked to call 1-800-222-TIPS or 911.
