Man Stabbed Outside RT Festival Village
BVI Platinum News
Updated: August 06, 2012 10:58 pm AST
Published: August 06, 2012 4:53 pm AST
Photo Credit: BVI Platinum News
Photo Credit: BVI Platinum News
Police are pursuing two suspects after a young man was stabbed outside the Road Town Festival Village sometime after 3:00 am this morning, August 6.
According to information, the young man and two persons got into an argument as he exited the festival grounds and during the argument, he was stabbed. The perpetrators fled the scene.
The young man is currently nursing a stab wound to his right abdomen.
Police are continuing their investigations.
In light of the recent incidences, Acting Commissioner of Police, Alwin James is asking the public to refrain from violence and to engage in the fight against violence.
"All must join in this pledge to stop the violence. Let us enjoy our Emancipation with respect for each other. The celebration can only be enjoyed if the unnecessary violence is stopped," James stated.
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