A 42-year-old man is in critical condition and the police said that a “licensed firearms holder, discharged a firearm while exterminating chickens in the area” and a ”projectile reportedly struck the motorcycle rider in the head.”
A police spokesperson said, “Around 5:20 p.m. on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, Police and Emergency Medical Services personnel responded to a reported single-vehicle collision on Hurst Crescent, near the junction with Bakery Lane, Pembroke.
“Initial information suggested that a 42-year-old male, was riding a motorcycle along Hurst Crescent, when he lost control of the vehicle and fell onto the roadway.
“However, upon arrival at the scene officers were informed that a licensed firearms holder, discharged a firearm while exterminating chickens in the area.
“A projectile reportedly struck the motorcycle rider in the head. He was found unresponsive, but breathing.
“He was transported by ambulance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, where at last check, he was listed in critical condition.
“The licensed firearms holder is currently in police custody. The firearm involved has been seized.
“An investigation into this matter is now underway and anyone with information, or who may witnessed the incident, is asked to contact the Serious Crime Unit on 295-0011.”