Chopping victim recovering

Police sources said while Garcia’s condition has been upgraded from critical to stable, he needs to remain in hospital under supervision by doctors as he is still very weak owing to major blood loss.

On Monday night, four men including a 17-year-old, forced their way into the couple’s home and chopped them.

The attack came after an altercation broke out between Garcia and one of his attackers over beach chairs. The four were arrested hours after the brutal attack and they remain in custody at four different police stations assisting investigators. A file is expected to be sent this weekend to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions.

The men could face charges of murdering Lewis and the attempted murder of Garcia. Once charged, they will appear in the magistrates court.

Following the arrests, police raided the suspects’ homes. A car with bloodstains on the inside has since been impounded.