An attempted robbery in Stony Hill, St. Andrew this afternoon led to a shooting incident that is now under police investigation.
Preliminary reports indicate that shortly before 4:00 P.M., two men attempted to carry out a robbery along Red Gal Ring Road, but were challenged by a licensed firearm holder.
The men escaped.
No one was hurt in the incident.
The police have cordoned off the area to facilitate its investigation.
The commuting public is being advised to use the Old Stony Hill Road as an alternative route until further notice.
The police have indicated that further updates will be provided.