A man was shot dead and another critically injured during a shooting at Plum Park, Sophia last night.

The deceased has been identified as Xavier Fraser-27, who sustained multiple gunshot wounds. His father confirmed the incident and his son’s death.

Details surrounding the circumstances remain unclear, but police have since launched an investigation. The injured man was rushed to hospital, where he remains in critical condition.

Law enforcement officials are reviewing CCTV camera footage in the area as part of the investigation

Fraser’s father is one of the principals of HGPTV, the East Coast Demerara-based television station that produces Nightly News.