St. Thomas, USVI - On Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at approximately 1:46 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Mushen’s Market in Market Square concerning shots fired. Upon their arrival contact was made with individuals in the area who explained that they saw the suspects fleeing the area. Contact was also made with the victim that the shots were discharged at.

On Wednesday, July 26, 2023, 28-year-old Jeffery Figueroa Berroa was placed under arrest after he was identified as one of the shooters in the shooting incident that took place on July 11, 2023, in the Market Square area of Mushen’s Market. He was charged with Attempted Murder, Assault in the First Degree, Assault in the Third Degree, and Reckless Endangerment. His bail was set at $100,000.00.

Jeffery Figueroa Berroa

This case is currently under investigation by the Criminal Investigation Bureau. Anyone with any information regarding this crime is urged to contact 911, the Criminal Investigation Bureau, or Det. S. Donastorg at (340) 774-2211 ext. 5575 or Crime Stoppers V.I. at 1 (800) 222-TIPS.

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All individuals listed as arrested or charged with a crime in this press release are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.