Armed Robber Killed in Dangriga

A Dangriga man was shot and killed during an armed robbery yesterday afternoon in Dangriga. Police confirm that the deceased is 19 year old Kevin Flores and he was shot as he attempted to rob Melvin Torres at gunpoint. Torres is a deliveryman for Santiago Castillo Limited. The told police that he had just finished collecting money from Nang Cheng Supermarket on Commerce Street when two men approached him and put a gun in his face. Torres says they demanded money and he reached into the bag as if he was getting his money. But instead of pulling out cash, Torres pulled out his gun and shot Flores in the chest. Torres was detained by police but released. Police Press Officer G. Michael Reid says he won't be charged. Flores' accomplice fled. Police say they know who they are looking for but haven't found him yet.