Initial inquiries revealed that one (1) unresponsive male was discovered with an apparent slash wound in the mangrove at Black Bay, Vieux Fort. The victim was pronounced dead on the scene by a medical practitioner.

The deceased has been identified as thirty-nine (39) year-old Darby Ettienne of La Resource, Vieux Fort.

The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force is appealing to anyone with information regarding this incident to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 456-3754 or 456-3756.

Alternatively, anonymous tips can be provided by dialing 555 (the Crime Hotline) or by utilising the RSLPF Crime Hotline Application, which is available in the Google Play Store.