Police are investigating a shooting incident in South District, St. George, which left two people injured. The incident occurred at about 1:55 a.m. on Monday, January 6, 2025. The victims are a 36-year-old man, who was contracted to drive home employees of an establishment, and a 53-year-old woman, an employee of the establishment. The woman was sitting in the passenger seat when they were both shot multiple times by an unidentified male in a white motor car, registration unknown. They subsequently were transported to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital by ambulance. Police are appealing to anyone who can provide any information on this incident, to contact the District ‘B’ Police Station at 437-4311, Police Emergency 211, Crime Stoppers at 1800-TIPS (8477) or the nearest Police Station. All information received will be strictly confidential.

Here is today’s weather forecast according to the Barbados Meteorological Services. Weather Forecasts Today From 6:00 a.m. Synopsis: A weak low-level trough will be affecting the island. General Forecast: Mix of sunshine and clouds with a few brief scattered light showers. Tonight From 6:00 p.m. Synopsis: A weak low-level trough will be affecting the island. General Forecast: Mix of clear skies and clouds with a few brief scattered light to moderate showers. Wind Forecasts Today From 6:00 a.m. Moderate east-northeasterly to easterly breeze from 25 to 35 km/h (16 to 22 mph). Tonight From 6:00 p.m. Moderate easterly breeze from 30 to 35 km/h (19 to 22 mph). Marine Forecasts Today From 6:00 a.m. Moderate in open water with swells ranging from 1.5 to 2.5 meters (5 to 8 ft.) and increasing. Small craft operators and sea bathers should exercise caution. Beach goers are advised to use beaches with on duty lifeguards. Tonight From 6:00 p.m. Moderate in open water with swells ranging from 1.5 to 2.5 meters (5 to 8 ft.). Small craft operators and sea bathers should exercise caution. Beach goers are advised to use beaches with on duty lifeguards. Tides, Sunrise & Sunset High Tide (First) 8:36 a.m. High tide (Second) 9:02 p.m. Low Tide (First) 1:58 a.m. Low tide (Second) 2:52 p.m. Sunrise 6:22 a.m. Sunset 5:46 p.m.

There is a need for robust legislation related to heritage sites and terrestrial archaeological resources. The call was from the Deputy Director at the Barbados Museum and Historical Society, Kevin Farmer. He was speaking at an event entitled “Ancestral Voices from the Newton Burial Ground,” held at Bajan Artforms in Pelican Village. Mr Farmer says while the Government has passed legislation for marine resources, there is a need now to look at the land aspect of the matter. He says that while there is some legislation in place, it is not as in-depth as it needs to be especially with a lot of construction expected in the upcoming years.