Fatal shooting in St Mary

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Fatal shooting in St Mary

One man was fatally shot during a confrontation with the police in Stewart Town, St Mary on Monday.

9mm pistol with an extended magazine was seized during the confrontation, according to the police.

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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