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Two men shot and killed in drive-by attack (Marcus Best (31), Christian Archille (53))

Two men, Marcus Best and Christian Archille, were shot and killed in a brazen drive-by shooting at Sea Trace, Diego Martin on Frid…

Sea Trace, garage along roadway, Diego Martin

Two men, Marcus Best and Christian Archille, were shot and killed in a brazen drive-by shooting at Sea Trace, Diego Martin on Friday, February 20, 2026. A vehicle drove past a garage where several people were gathered, turned around a short distance away, and returned to make a second pass. As the car made its second pass, gunmen opened fire into the garage in what police describe as a targeted shooting, with nearly 60 spent shells recovered at the scene underscoring the intensity of the attack. Both Marcus and Christian were fatally wounded in the barrage of gunfire and declared dead at the scene by the District Medical Officer. Residents described the men as innocent individuals with no known involvement in criminal activity. During the incident, the suspects' vehicle also collided with a parked car along the roadway before fleeing the area. Police are investigating the targeted nature of the shooting and searching for the suspects responsible for the attack.

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This is the 6th murder reported in Diego Martin in 2026.

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Active Safety Alert — Diego Martin

Risk Level: 7.1/10· Primary Concern: Assault

Emergency Preparedness: In areas with elevated violent crime, keep your phone charged and accessible. Know the nearest police station location and have emergency contacts on speed dial.

Resilient Community Network: Despite the elevated score, this area shows strong community bonds with active neighbourhood watch participation and rapid incident reporting.

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