The Royal Anguilla Police Force is offering up to US$10,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction following a homicide in Blowing Point.
Officers received a report at about 7am on Friday, 10 July, of a shooting at a residence that is under construction along Pond View Road.
On arrival at the scene, they found a 43-year-old man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
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The victim, who succumbed to his injuries at the scene, was publicly identified on 11 July as Brandon Romney of Blowing Point.
The incident marks the sixth homicide in Anguilla so far this year.
Police have highlighted their reward policy, introduced in October last year,, to encourage the public to share information that could assist investigations.
Rewards are considered in cases involving serious violence, firearms or circumstances where public confidence could be undermined if offenders are not brought to justice.
The force is offering up to $10,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the individual or individuals responsible for the homicide.
To maintain fairness and integrity, the policy sets clear safeguards for how rewards are offered, approved and paid.
Informants will be protected and processes will be closely monitored in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and senior prosecutor.
Should anyone have to testify, there are several security measures that will be taken to protect them and their identity.
Anyone with information can call police on 911, (264) 497-2333 or 497-5333, or leave an anonymous message, video or photo at secureaxa.com
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