On Monday afternoon a 25-year old businessman, Roudi Shamarli, was reportedly
shot and killed during a brazen daylight armed robbery on DeSouza Road.
According to reports, a lone gunman entered the Pick n Mix Mart and held up the
female attendant at gunpoint, and robbed the establishment of an undisclosed sum
of money. The victim, who operates the adjacent establishment, Chicken Hub,
apparently heard the commotion and went into the superette to investigate, when
upon entry he was allegedly shot in the head at close range. The injured man was
transported to the Sir Lester Bird Medical Center by the Emergency Medical
Services. He was pronounced dead around 1:35 pm by a medical doctor.
The assailant fled the scene on foot.
The police have issued a statement saying that they are continuing to probe the
deadly shooting incident that resulted in the death of Shamarli.
The police are appealing to anyone with information surrounding this incident to
contact the Criminal Investigations Department at 462-3913 or call Crimestoppers
at 800-Tips (8477).
The police also wish to reassure the public that they will continue intensifying their
crime-fighting measures to ensure the safety and security of all.
Shamarli has been described as a well-liked individual, known for his simplicity.
He is said to have dedicated himself to work diligently and steered clear of trouble.
His sole focus was said to be earning and sending money back to his fiancé and the
anticipation of their impending marriage consumed him, as he worked tirelessly
towards that goal.
Shamarli’s killing is the first recorded homicide for 2023.
