The police have reported that a man, who has been identified as Cadaphe Evanson was shot and killed on Monday night during what police say was a shootout.
Informed sources say the police had received certain intelligence that led them to an area near Freetown where they encountered the victim and others in a motor vehicle. When the police identified themselves, the victim opened fire at the police who in turn returned fire.
During the exchange, one police officer was wounded, but the victim is believed to have sustained several gunshot wounds which, it is believed, led to his death.
An official police report indicated that the incident happened around 9:00 o’clock on Monday night while the police were conducting what they described as ‘an operation’ when they came under gunfire from unknown assailants.
“A police officer was shot and injured in the process and the police returned fire.
“During the exchange, a male suspect was shot and subsequently pronounced dead at the scene by a medical doctor.
“The injured officer was transported to the hospital, where he is currently receiving medical treatment. His injury is not considered life-threatening, and his condition remains stable,” the police statement reported.
The police reported that a firearm and several matching rounds of ammunition were recovered from the scene as part of the ongoing investigation.
The police are continuing inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident and will provide further updates as the investigation progresses.
In the meantime, anyone with information that may assist in this matter is urged to contact the Criminal Investigations Department at 462-3913 or call the anonymous Crimestoppers hotline at 800-TIPS (8477).
