Excavator operator allegedly shot by boss

A 24-year-old excavator operator is currently hospitalised at a city hospital after he was allegedly shot and injured by his employer on Friday morning following a misunderstanding.

The injured man has been identified as Garfield Williams.

The shooting occurred around 9 am at Blackwater Backdam, Konawaruk, Mahdia.

The suspect managed to escape and is yet to be apprehended.