In a tragic turn of events, an Illinois sheriff’s deputy, Shamone Duncan, lost her life while vacationing in Turks and Caicos. The incident occurred on the night of Saturday, January 18, near a restaurant on Grace Bay Road, where Deputy Duncan and local resident Dario Stubbs were fatally shot, as confirmed by the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force.
According to Acting Commissioner Rodney Adams, initial reports of gunfire in the vicinity of a bar along Grace Bay Road led to the discovery of three individuals injured in the shooting. Tragically, one of them succumbed to their injuries at the scene, while another passed away at the hospital. The third victim, a 29-year-old man, is currently receiving medical treatment for his injuries.
There is a cloud of mystery surrounding the motive behind the attack, with authorities stating that there is no evidence to suggest that Deputy Duncan, Mr. Stubbs, or the wounded victim were specifically targeted in the incident.
Deputy Duncan, a dedicated member of the Cook County Department of Corrections for two decades, had recently been assigned to Cermak Health Services. Her sudden and senseless death has left her colleagues and community in mourning.
According to sources close to her, Deputy Duncan was in Turks and Caicos to celebrate her sister’s birthday and tragically met her untimely demise on what was only her second night on the island.
The fatal shooting took place during a birthday celebration at Aziza Restaurant & Lounge in Providenciales, where chaos erupted following an argument downstairs, culminating in gunfire that claimed Deputy Duncan’s life. Eyewitnesses described a scene of panic and confusion as people scrambled for safety upon hearing the shots ring out.
The Cook County Sheriff’s Office expressed profound grief over the loss of Deputy Duncan, emphasizing her dedication to serving her community and the impact of her tragic passing on her loved ones. Deputy Duncan leaves behind a son, two daughters, and a granddaughter, who now face the immense sorrow of her absence.
As the investigation into this heartbreaking incident continues, the community is left grappling with the shock and devastation of losing a beloved public servant in such a violent and inexplicable manner. The hunt for the perpetrator remains ongoing, with no arrests made at the present time.
The circumstances surrounding Deputy Duncan’s death serve as a stark reminder of the inherent risks faced by law enforcement officers, even when off-duty and thousands of miles away from their usual beat. The ripple effects of this tragedy extend beyond borders, touching the hearts of all who knew and respected Deputy Shamone Duncan.
Amid the darkness of this loss, a beacon of light shines through in the form of the outpouring of support and condolences from friends, colleagues, and well-wishers honoring Deputy Duncan’s memory and mourning her untimely passing. The legacy of service and sacrifice she leaves behind will endure as a testament to her courage and dedication to upholding the values of justice and community service.
As the investigation unfolds and the search for
