Fatal shooting in Fort-de-France: police officer wounded, police appeal for witnesses
A plainclothes police officer was seriously struck by gunfire during an assault in Fort-de-France. One of the attackers was killed.
Fatal shooting in Fort-de-France: police officer wounded, police appeal for witnesses
Around 11 o'clock in the morning on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, an exchange of gunfire broke out near Plage de la Française, in the centre of Fort-de-France, Martinique. According to information reported by RCI, a police officer, although on duty, was wearing ordinary clothing at the time of the incident.
Two men on board a dark scooter allegedly attempted to seize the officer's motorcycle, a T-Max model. The armed robbery attempt turned into a bloody confrontation. The authorities now classify the matter as an attempted murder by firearm.
The consequences were dramatic: the police officer was struck by several bullets and his health is considered serious. Among the two suspected attackers, one succumbed to his injuries. The following day, the local Police National headquarters launched an appeal for help from the public. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident, filmed or photographed the scene, or possess any clues is asked to call 05.96.59.40.00 or visit the Ma Sécurité portal to submit observations anonymously.
Source: Google News MQ — Crime