A Cook County Sheriff’s deputy was tragically killed by stray gunfire while on vacation in Turks and Caicos on Saturday. The deputy, Shamone Duncan, was a 20-year veteran of the Cook County Department of Corrections. She and another man from Turks and Caicos were shot at a bar in Providenciales around 10 p.m. on Saturday night. A third person, a 29-year-old man, was also injured in the incident.
According to the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, there is no evidence suggesting that Shamone Duncan, Dario Stubbs (the man from Turks and Caicos), or the injured victim were the intended targets of the shooting. The police have condemned the violence and are determined to find those responsible for this senseless act.
Shamone Duncan, 50, had worked at Cermak Health Services at the Cook County Jail. Her tragic death has deeply affected her colleagues and loved ones. The Cook County Sheriff’s office expressed its sadness, saying, “Our hearts are broken for the family of Deputy Shamone Duncan.” They also mentioned that they are in contact with her family to offer support during this difficult time and are helping her colleagues cope with the loss.
The shooting has shocked both the local community in Cook County and those in Turks and Caicos. Duncan’s death serves as a reminder of the unpredictable dangers that can occur even when people are simply enjoying their time away. As authorities in Turks and Caicos continue their investigation, the sheriff’s office has pledged to assist in any way they can.
The Cook County Sheriff’s Office has been offering emotional support to Duncan’s family and coworkers, who are grieving this unexpected loss. The incident serves as a somber reminder of the violent crime that can strike anywhere, even in what should be a peaceful vacation spot. The police in Turks and Caicos are working hard to bring those responsible for this tragedy to justice, while Duncan’s loved ones and colleagues mourn her passing.
