Police Constable Charged for Murder of Shakeem Ferguson

Police have arrested and charged 24-year-old police constable Kenroy Allen in connection with the shooting death of Shakeem Ferguson, which occurred on Sunday, January 25, 2026.

Ferguson was the first of two friends killed within minutes of each other in the same Ladyville neighbourhood.

Assistant Superintendent of Police Stacy Smith confirmed the arrest, saying, “As a consequence of the ongoing investigation into the shooting death of Shakeem Ferguson… police have formally arrested and charged 24-year-old Kenroy Allen, a police constable, for the crime of murder.”

Smith said Allen’s arrest followed investigative work and the recovery of evidence. While no clear motive has been established, police believe “that drugs may be the motive.”

Asked whether others could face charges, Smith noted the investigation is still active. “As developments of interest are made, that will be shared with the media,” she said.

Authorities are also exploring possible links between Ferguson’s killing and other recent murders, including those of Elroy Bainton and Darwin Valerio. “These incidents… are being investigated to ascertain whether there’s an excess between these incidents,” Smith said.