Westmoreland farmer shot dead: One man was shot and killed, and another injured, during an altercation in the Truro community of Westmoreland on Saturday morning.
The deceased has been identified as 36-year-old Sheldon Shakes, also known as ‘Sheldon’, a farmer from Town Head in Truro.
According to reports, around 12:30 am on Saturday, Shakes was among patrons at a party held at a shop in the community when a physical confrontation erupted between two men over a woman.
Shakes, who was familiar with both individuals, attempted to intervene and break up the fight. However, one of the men produced a firearm and shot him, along with another male patron who was nearby.
The assailant fled the scene, prompting residents to contact the police. Upon arrival, law enforcement transported both victims to the Savanna-la-Mar Hospital. Unfortunately, Shakes succumbed to his injuries, while the other man was treated and subsequently released.

