Xavier Brathwaite, 32, was shot and killed in an ambush near his St Julien Village home early Saturday, May 9, 2026, while returning home from liming. Gunmen opened fire on Brathwaite multiple times; despite his injuries, he ran across the roadway before collapsing. He was rushed to Princes Town District Hospital where he died while receiving treatment. Police are investigating the motive and circumstances; no arrests have been reported.
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This is the 1st murder reported in St Julien in 2026.
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Keep the Record Clean: Robbery is rare in this area, and a big reason is that residents stay alert. Keep car doors locked while driving, stay aware at junctions, and avoid displaying valuables in your vehicle — these habits are what keeps this area's score where it is.
Safety Top Percentile: St Julien ranks in the top 10% for safety within the city, maintaining a consistently lower-than-average incident rate over the last 12 months.
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