A 34-year-old mechanic died after he was shot by a licensed firearm holder while allegedly breaking into a vehicle in Soufriere minutes after midnight, reliable sources have told St. Lucia News Online (SNO).
Claudinus Dominic, also known as ‘Irie Lion’ and ‘Te Peter’, ran and collapsed near Captain Hooks restaurant and bar after he was shot in a residence off the Soufriere-Castries Highway at about 12:20 a.m.
A source said the gunshot appeared to have entered Dominic’s shoulder and exited through one of his armpits.
The victim reportedly operated a tire shop near a used car parts business at the top of Church Street, Soufriere.
A resident told SNO that the community has been plagued by a series of burglaries and vehicle break-ins.
The resident also said the victim is alleged to have previously broken into the home and vehicle of the licensed firearm holder on several occasions, and is suspected of “robbing a car next door” two weeks ago.