Man killed in shooting at Diego Martin home; 20 bullets fired
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- Nigel Ferguson, also known as "Ling," was fatally shot at his home in Diego Martin early Saturday morning.
- Gunmen opened fire on the property, and residents reported hearing multiple gunshots before seeing two armed men flee the scene.
- Investigators recovered 20 spent shell casings of various calibers, and the motive for the killing remains under investigation.
A 32-year-old Diego Martin man, identified as Nigel Ferguson and also known as "Ling," died after gunmen opened fire on his home early Saturday. The assailants fled on foot after the shooting, which occurred at his residence in Rathole, Upper Quarry Street.
Residents reported hearing a series of explosions around 1:35 a.m. Shortly after, they observed two individuals dressed in dark clothing, armed with firearms, running from Ferguson's house. The men escaped down a flight of steps leading to the main road.
Upon checking on Ferguson, a resident discovered him lying motionless in the doorway of his home. Crime Scene Investigators processed the scene and collected evidence, including 20 spent shell casings from different calibers. Among the casings found were seven 9mm and thirteen .40-caliber rounds.
Police are actively investigating the homicide but have not yet determined a motive for the shooting. The investigation is ongoing.
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Originally published by Trinidad Express in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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