CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Police are investigating a late night shooting that left one St. Thomas man injured near Rothschild Francis Square.
The 911 Emergency Call Center dispatched officers to the Schneider Regional Medical Center in reference to a gunshot victim at 10:58 p.m. Wednesday, the Virgin Islands Police Department said.
The victim told police that he was in the Market Square area with other individuals when an unknown male produced a firearm, according to the VIPD.
“The victim further stated that he heard the sound of the firearm and recognized that he was shot in his leg,” VIPD spokesman Toby Derima said.
The victim was transported to the hospital via private vehicle for medical treatment, where he was listed in stable condition, Derima said.
The suspect is described as a Black male in his twenties, with a slim build and a low-cut hairstyle. He was wearing a white t-shirt.
Detectives are urging anyone with information about this incident to call 911, the Criminal Investigation Bureau at (340) 774-2211 extension 5579, or Crime Stoppers USVI at (800) 222-8477. Remember, if you see something, say something.