Man Shot Dead In Mutual Homes Apartments

A man who police say was recently released from the Golden Grove Correctional Facility on St. Croix was shot dead early this morning in Mutual Homes, according to police spokesperson Melody Rames.

The victim, identified as 25-year-old Miguel Rivera, was found unresponsive at about 1:30 a.m. in the area of the housing community’s Building 24. He was pronounced dead at the hospital.

People who live in the area called police to report being awaken by gunshots.

Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Bureau are investigating the case. Anyone with information is asked to call 712-6030, 712-6077, 911 or Crime Stoppers USVI at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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