A Canadian man has been killed in Negril, Jamaica, a town on the west coast known to tourists for its resorts.
In a statement, Global Affairs Canada said Canadian officials at the High Commission in Kingston, Jamaica are in contact with local authorities but would not release any further details.
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At least one Jamaican report alleges the man was 35-year-old Deneis Palakai, real estate agent from Ontario.
The Jamaica Observer cites local police reports, saying Palakai was with two other people — a relative and a friend — on Friday evening.
The report claims two men drove up on a motorcycle and opened fire.
Global Affairs Canada said officials are offering consular assistance along with their thoughts and prayers to the family of the deceased.
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