(St. Lucia News Online) — Some five days after escaping the Bordelais Correctional Facility (BCF) with five other prisoners — all others are back behind bars — murder accused Markin Marquis met his demise at the hands of police Wednesday night.
According to police sources, Marquis was allegedly shot while the lawmen attempted to apprehend him in the Dennery beach area.
The authorities were tipped off that he was attempting to leave the island via boat, sources say.
An illegal firearm was allegedly found in Marquis’ possession.
It is unclear whether he discharged his weapon.
We will provide more information as it becomes available.
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