Antigua: Police operation underway following Jan 6 attack at Ministry of Trade office in Saint John's

A police operation is underway near the Brysons Complex on Friars Hill Road in Saint John's after a Ministry of Trade employee was attacked by two individuals carrying a bladed weapon. The employee, who was wounded, was at the ministry's office within the complex when the attack occurred. Police did not immediately state whether any suspects were detained or what the motive behind the attack may have been.

An increased police presence is likely in the area, and localized disruptions are likely as authorities investigate the incident.