The Ministry of Rural Development and Local Government is mourning the loss of Municipal Police Officer, Anuska Eversley, who was killed in the line of duty on Sunday.

The officer, who was attached to the San Fernando Municipal Police Station, was on active duty at the time of the incident. Authorities say details remain limited, as investigations are ongoing and officers continue to piece together what led to the fatal shooting.

Minister of Rural Development and Local Government, Khadijah Ameen, is awaiting a full report before making further comment. However, she has extended condolences to the officer’s family, loved ones and colleagues, as well as the wider Municipal Police Service.