Barbados Police Commissioner Richard Boyce has issued a stern warning to individuals involved in the illegal possession, trafficking, and use of firearms, emphasizing that the Barbados Police Service will adopt a zero-tolerance approach to gun violence. His statement comes in the wake of a recent shootout near Westbury Cemetery, where officers were fired upon while responding to a drive-by shooting on President Kennedy Drive. Boyce declared, ‘We are coming for you,’ signaling an intensified crackdown on those who endanger communities with illegal firearms. He stressed that the police will not tolerate any threats to public safety, particularly from individuals who target law enforcement. ‘Anyone who points a firearm at a police officer in the lawful execution of duty is attacking the state itself,’ Boyce asserted, promising a robust and decisive response. He highlighted the reckless behavior of a small but dangerous group of offenders, noting that most firearm-related incidents stem from personal conflicts and criminal activities. Despite these challenges, Boyce reassured the public that Barbados is not ‘under siege,’ crediting the police’s community-focused efforts for a recent month without gun-related homicides. The police service has identified crime hotspots and plans to increase patrols, particularly during upcoming Independence and Christmas celebrations. Enhanced road policing, vehicle checks, and the introduction of new police motorcycles, including electric units, are part of the strategy to improve response times. So far this year, authorities have seized 79 firearms and 2,754 rounds of ammunition, including high-powered weapons like AR-15 and AK-47 assault rifles.