A 32-year-old man from Five Islands is recovering after being shot at the West Bus Station on Sunday night. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Amid a surge in gun-related violence across Antigua and Barbuda, authorities have stepped up efforts to curb the spread of illegal firearms. The government, working closely with law enforcement, has launched several initiatives aimed at getting weapons off the streets.

Penalties for gun-related offences have been toughened, and police have already seized multiple illegal firearms this year.