By Nakasia Logan | February 5, 2025
Former policeman and City Councillor Kyle Solomon, aged 47, has been murdered in a violent incident early this morning, reportedly by a suspect known to him.
According to reports, Solomon was stabbed five times by the 16-year-old suspect while attempting to thwart a break-in at his shop, located near his residence.
Eyewitnesses say that Solomon noticed the suspect attempting the break-in and chased after him. During the pursuit, Solomon was attacked and fatally stabbed.
One eyewitness, who preferred to remain anonymous, recalled hearing a commotion outside and saw Solomon lying on the ground shortly afterward.
Solomon’s neighbor, Carmelita Collins, shared that the suspect had previously broken into the shop multiple times, making this the fifth incident of its kind.
She expressed shock upon hearing the news of his death, describing how she found his lifeless body.
Solomon, who was a member of the Georgetown Municipality representing Constituency 9 in the Opposition APNU, had dedicated his service to the community.
Authorities are actively searching for the 16-year-old suspect.
This tragic event has left the community in mourning, with many remembering Solomon’s contributions as a councillor and his history of service to the public.