The Virgin Islands Police Department's Criminal Investigation Bureau is asking for the public's help following a shooting incident that occurred Sunday afternoon near Four Winds Plaza on St. Thomas.
According to a VIPD press release, investigators responded to reports around 3 p.m. Sunday of a man discharging a single round from a handgun in the area. By the time officers arrived, the suspect had fled.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Criminal Investigation Bureau at 340-774-2211, extensions 5553 through 5556; call 911; contact Crime Stoppers USVI at 800-222-8477 (TIPS); or reach the Chief's Office at 340-715-5546 or the Commissioner's Office at 340-715-5506.
The department emphasized that all information will be kept confidential and tipsters may remain anonymous.
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Author's summary: Police seek help after gunfire reported on St. Thomas.