Police have confirmed to the VONNEWSLINE that an incident in which a Police officer discharged his firearm, occurred on Tuesday October 23rd, between 11PM and 11:30PM.
A police spokesperson said while placing Kishorn Williams of Lower Monkey Hill under arrest for breach of curfew (which was one of his bail conditions), Mr. Williams attempted to evade Police. He was pursued and intercepted on the Newtown Bay Road.
During the interception, a struggle ensued between Mr. Williams and the officers, and one (1) round of ammunition was discharged, injuring Mr. Williams. EMS was called to the scene.