Two 18-year-old men have been arrested in connection with a murder earlier this month, police revealed yesterday.

Duane Gibbons was found unconscious with a stab wound to his back on Blue Hole Hill, Hamilton Parish, in the early hours of September 16.

Mr Gibbons, 57, from Warwick, was rushed to hospital but was later pronounced dead by doctors.

Acting Detective Inspector Jason Smith, who led the investigation, thanked members of the public who had provided information.

He added that officers continued “to encourage anyone who believes they may have information regarding the murder of Mr Gibbons to please contact me on 717-0864, or Detective Sergeant Windol Thorpe on 717-0752”.

Anyone with information can also call the main police number on 295-0011 or the independent and confidential Crime Stoppers hotline at 800-8477.

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