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Moruga Resident Missing Following Daylight Drive-By Shooting in St Mary's Village

St Mary's Village, Moruga, Preau , Princes Town

A man has been reported missing after a white Nissan Tiida opened fire on him while he stood in his yard in St Mary's Village. The victim fled into nearby bushes during the shooting and later briefly returned home before leaving abruptly in a silver wagon. Relatives have been unable to contact or locate him since his departure following the attack.

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This is the 2nd attempted murder reported in Preau in 2026.

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Safe Haven Status — Preau

Risk Level: 1.2/10 · Primary Concern: Theft

Out of Sight, Out of Mind: Yard items, tools, and outdoor furniture left unattended are easy targets even in safe areas. A locked gate and a clear yard signal to any passing opportunist that this household is aware.

Community Trust Index: Areas with scores this low typically show the highest levels of inter-neighbour trust, translating to faster incident response and stronger collective vigilance.

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