A 22-year-old man was shot and injured by a gunman as he walked with his girlfriend in Fyzabad on Thursday night.
Police said Miguel Thompson is warded at the San Fernando General Hospital after he was shot at Archibald Street off John Jules Trace in Fyzabad around 9.17 pm.
Investigators said the assailant, who was dressed in a white jersey, black long pants, and a white ski mask, pointed a firearm at Thompson and fired several shots.
Both Thompson and his girlfriend ran in different directions. As the gunfire cleared, Thompson realised he was bleeding on the left side of his face and left hand.
He sought refuge in nearby bushes before being taken to the Siparia District Health Facility by his relatives.
Acting Cpl Nanan, PC Robinson, and PC Hosein visited the scene and are continuing investigations.