Police are investigating a shooting incident at a restaurant at Trincity Mall on Thursday night involving a businessman from Tunapuna.
According to police reports, around 10 pm, the 55-year-old businessman was liming with friends outside Bootleggers Restaurant when he had an argument with another patron.
During the verbal confrontation, the businessman reportedly drew his licensed gun, pointed it in the man’s direction and fired twice. However, both gunshots missed their target.
The businessman, who has strong links to UNC, reportedly got into his Toyota Prado SUV and drove away.
Police were contacted by patrons and the restaurant's management and he was eventually arrested at his home.
The T&T Guardian understands his gun was seized by investigators from the Arouca Criminal Investigations Department (CID) and he was detained for questioning.
Sources said he was interrogated by investigators and was then released from custody pending further investigations.
Contacted yesterday, a supervisor at the restaurant who only identified herself as Shauna, acknowledged the incident took place but refused to comment.
“The management of Bootleggers does not wish to make a statement at this time,” she said in a brief telephone interview.
Sgt Joseph of the Arouca CID is continuing investigations.