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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. St Catherine taxi operator murder
2. Crime in St Catherine taxi industry
A taxi operator, Nigel Mighty, was tragically shot and killed in Middleton district near Linstead, St Catherine, adding to the growing concern among public passenger transport operators in the area. This incident comes shortly after the killing of another taxi operator, Kion Bartley, on May 25. Aaron Mattis, Head of the Spanish Town Taxi Association, has called for increased protection for operators, emphasizing the need for safety measures in the industry. The motive behind Mighty’s killing remains unknown as the Linstead Criminal Investigations Branch continues to investigate. The industry mourns the loss of two operators in such a short period, highlighting the urgent need for improved safety measures.
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1. Taxi driver fatality St Catherine
2. Murder of taxi operator St Catherine
Another Taxi Operator Fatally Shot Near Linstead, St Catherine
In a tragic turn of events, another taxi operator has been brutally killed near Linstead in St Catherine, sending shockwaves through the public passenger transport community in the parish. The victim, identified as Nigel Mighty, a 48-year-old resident of Deeside and Wakefield district in Linstead, met a tragic end in Middleton district, close to Dinthill Technical High School.
Details of the Incident
The unfortunate incident occurred at around 8:20 a.m. while Mighty was driving his taxi along the road. Suddenly, gunshots rang out, and he was found with severe gunshot wounds to his upper body. Despite efforts to save him, Mighty succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Outcry for Increased Safety Measures
The news of Mighty’s senseless killing has left the public passenger transport operators in St Catherine in a state of fear and distress. Aaron Mattis, the Head of the Spanish Town Taxi Association, has passionately called for enhanced security measures to protect the lives of operators.
“Our industry is reeling from the loss of two operators in such a short period. It is disheartening to see the lack of regard for our safety. We demand greater protection for our lives and livelihoods,” Mattis expressed.
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Investigation and Motive
As of now, the authorities have not established a motive for the brutal attack on Nigel Mighty. The Linstead Criminal Investigations Branch is actively investigating the case to bring the perpetrators to justice and provide closure to the grieving community.
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