A police operation is underway in Gray’s Farm after two men allegedly robbed and assaulted a popular barber before gunshots were fired during the encounter.

According to eyewitness accounts, the businessman had just finished work and was leaving the area when he was confronted by the two suspects.

The men reportedly demanded his valuables and made off with cash and other personal items. During the robbery, the barber was allegedly struck with a firearm, leaving him with bruises.

The confrontation escalated when several shots were reportedly fired at the victim. He escaped the gunfire without being hit.

Police were subsequently called to the area and began searching Gray’s Farm and surrounding locations for the two men believed to have been involved.

No arrests have been reported so far.

The shooting and robbery have added to concerns among residents about gun-related crime in the community.

Anyone with information that could help investigators identify or locate the suspects is being encouraged to contact police.

Investigations are continuing.

This article was originally published by Antigua News Room. Read the original article here: Gunmen Open Fire During Robbery of Barber in Gray’s Farm.