MATURA, Trinidad and Tobago — A man wanted in connection with the murder of Police Constable Romel Douglas was killed during a police-involved shooting in Matura on Tuesday night, according to a report published by the Trinidad and Tobago Guardian on August 13.

The man was identified in the report as Hassan Johnson, also known as “H Man.”

The shooting represents a significant development in the investigation into the killing of PC Douglas, who was murdered earlier this year.

Police said the incident involved an exchange of gunfire at Mora Trace, Matura.

Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the confrontation and the events leading up to the shooting.

The development is expected to draw further attention to the wider investigation as police work to establish the full circumstances surrounding Constable Douglas’s death.

The case remains under active investigation, and additional information is expected as authorities continue their inquiries.

The incident also comes amid continued national concern over violent crime and attacks involving members of the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service.

Further details are expected from law-enforcement authorities as the investigation progresses.