The Pine community in St Michael, Barbados, is reeling from a series of violent incidents that have left residents fearful and frustrated. On Thursday night, 21-year-old Chrishon Gooding was fatally shot while sitting on a step at the corner of Stafford Hill. Less than 24 hours later, another violent episode unfolded when a young man was stabbed on Glendale Close. The victim, whose identity remains unknown, was rushed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital by ambulance. Police investigations into both incidents are ongoing.