Charges brought for double murder in Unitedville

By Aaron Humes: Police have arrested and charged Jovanie O’Brien, 27, chef of Unitedville village, Cayo District, for a double shooting turned alleged murder earlier this week.

O’Brien is accused of opening fire on Lloyd Myvette, 18, outside his residence on Monday night, along with Jamir Mckoy, nine, who was mortally wounded but survived until his passing on Wednesday.

O’Brien and another had previously been charged with having unlicensed firearm and ammunition at his residence, which police searched after the shooting.

As yet no indication has been provided of a possible motive.

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