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Gun fired during altercation @ Long Bay Beach

August 5th, 2026 | Tags: altercation gunshot firearm Beef Island fight
A firearm was discharged in a crowd during an altercation that started between two persons at Long Bay Beach this morning, Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Photo: Team of Reporters
LONG BAY, Beef Island, VI- A firearm was discharged in a crowd during an altercation that started between two persons at Long Bay Beach on Beef Island this morning, Wednesday, August 5, 2026.

It is unclear what started the altercation and whether anyone was injured by the gunshot.

A large crowd of revellers had gathered at the beach following the East End Rise and Shine Tramp.

Police have not yet issued any statement on the incident.

More details to follow.

6 Responses to “Gun fired during altercation @ Long Bay Beach”

  • … (05/08/2026, 10:39) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Too much rum
  • gun (05/08/2026, 10:42) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    People cant enjoy themself in peace. Do they need to bring the gun
  • Marty Probasco (05/08/2026, 10:43) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Poor we.
  • Why walk with a Gun.. (05/08/2026, 10:57) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    This is dumb, very ridiculous, crazy..You going to have fun. Why walk with a Gun..You should not have a Gun in the first place...Please police if you all find the foolish person. No bail... Nonsense.
  • ALL BS (05/08/2026, 11:01) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    THESE ARE THE THINGS THAT HAPPEN WHEN YOU LET THE UNTRAINED MONKEYS OUT OF THEIR CAGES UNSUPERVISED.
  • This is the reason (05/08/2026, 11:04) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Why I decide to stay away from anything that involve crowds. These ignorant idiots can’t go anywhere and know how to conduct themselves.


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