Newlands resident Romario Davis has been identified as a suspect in the shooting death of father of two Jason Johnson and the police are appealing for information to locate him.
The RCIPS, in a statement on Friday night, said the 34-year-old man is known “to be violent and is believed to be armed and dangerous”.
The public is being advised not to approach Davis, who goes by the aliases of Mario Davis, Romario Brown, Baruks and Bar Roots.
If he is sighted, residents should call 9-1-1, police said.
Davis is described as approximate 5’11”, of dark brown complexion and low cut, black hair.
Johnson, 36, was shot and killed outside his Bronze Road home on Sunday 27 Oct.
The Jamaican national was standing outside his George Town home around 8:30pm when he was shot in what is suspected to be a case of mistaken identity.
The construction worker, originally from St. Thomas, Jamaica, was pronounced dead at George Town Hospital.
The father of two girls, 11 and 16, has been described as a hard worker.
His relatives said they have been left with questions as to why Johnson was killed.
Police said Davis, who was last known to be living in Newlands, frequents Webb Road in George Town.
“Investigators are encouraging anyone with information about the whereabouts of this man to call 9-1-1 specifically if the circumstances are time sensitive or the Major Incident Room (MIR) on 649 2930,” the RCIPS said.
The police is reminding the public that according to the Police Act (2021 Revision), it is an offense to obstruct, mislead or act in such a way as to prevent the apprehension of a person who has committed an offense.
If prosecuted under this section, you may be liable on conviction to a fine of $5000 or imprisonment for two years or both,” the statement said.
Anonymous tips can also be provided directly to the RCIPS Confidential Tip Line at 949-7777, or via the police website.
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