A violent incident unfolded on the streets of Roseau late Tuesday evening, resulting in one fatality and triggering an immediate law enforcement response. According to official reports from local authorities, the shooting occurred at approximately 10:30 p.m. along Independence Street, a well-traveled thoroughfare in the heart of Dominica’s capital city.
Emergency personnel dispatched to the scene following multiple reports of gunfire discovered Arthur Bozel suffering from critical gunshot wounds. Despite attempts to administer medical aid, Bozel succumbed to his injuries shortly thereafter. Police investigators have confirmed the apprehension of an individual believed to be connected to the shooting, though formal charges remain pending as the investigation continues.
The Roseau Police Division has maintained strict confidentiality regarding the identity of the detained suspect and has not publicly speculated about potential motives behind the violent encounter. Law enforcement officials have cordoned off the crime scene for forensic analysis and are actively seeking eyewitness accounts and additional evidence from the community.
This lethal altercation has raised concerns among local residents about public safety in urban centers, particularly given the incident’s occurrence in a high-traffic commercial and residential zone. Police commissioners have urged anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist detectives in piecing together the sequence of events that led to this tragedy.