A 21-year-old man was shot multiple times inside his home in Arima on Sunday evening, police reported.

According to authorities, around 9:55 p.m., explosions were heard at a residence on Demerara Road. Upon investigating, a family member discovered the victim lying in the kitchen area with multiple gunshot wounds.

First responders conducted a search of the area for suspects but found none. The victim was initially taken to the Arima Hospital, where he was examined and listed in critical condition with a gunshot wound to the back. He was later transferred to the Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex for further treatment.