St Mary police charged three men following a carjacking incident in the Harmony Hill district in Highgate, St Mary. The police said the incident unfolded on April 14.
Sunday News Roundup for St Catherine and St James.
Sunday News Roundup. Police fatally shot a St Catherine man following a police response to a report that led to a shootout in Spanish Town on Friday. Plus, several people were injured when a Toyota Coaster bus overturned along the PJ Patterson Highway in St. Catherine on Saturday. Also, law enforcement reported that unknown assailants allegedly gunned down a Kingston man in Flanker, St. James, on Friday night.
Big Wall Shooting: Cops charged Jaii Frais; Jhavy awaits charges.
Big Wall Shooting: On Friday cops charged Jaii Frais with firearm breaches while Jahvel ‘Jhavy Ambassador’ Morrison awaits charges.
Stolen Relief Supplies: Canadian faces theft of hurricane Supplies
Stolen Relief Supplies. Canadian police arrested and charged a man in connection with the theft of millions of dollars' worth of Hurricane Melissa relief supplies. These supplies were destined for Jamaica from Canada last year. Varinder Dhillon, 40, from Brampton, faces multiple charges, including breaking and entering, theft of over CA$5,000, possession of property obtained … Continue reading Stolen Relief Supplies: Canadian faces theft of hurricane Supplies
Manchester and St Thomas: Crime and violence Report
Manchester and St Thomas: Crime and violence Report. On Thursday morning, April 16, 2026, a lone gunman executed a landscaper as he worked in a garden at a property. In St Thomas, police raided a beach in Lyssons and arrested a couple after cops allegedly found an illegal gun in a black bag belonging to woman.
Jaii Frais And Jahvy remanded: A Judge Extended their detention
Jaii Frais And Jahvy remanded: A Judge Extended their detention. On Wednesday, a judge at the Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Court approved a police application to remand content creator Jaii Frais and music producer Jahvel “Jahvy” Morrison in custody. The police placed the two men into custody following a shooting that occurred on Sunday during Big Wall’s post-carnival party.
University Hospital of the West Indies Faces $40 Billion Debt Crisis
University Hospital of the West Indies Faces $40 Billion Debt Crisis. The hospital's Acting Chief Executive Officer revealed the troubling news in Parliament on Tuesday. These reports of mismanagement at UHWI suggest that the hospital has been involved in corruption and unethical practices. This behavior raises serious concerns about governance and oversight within the organization.
Ernie Smith, legendary Reggae singer hospitalized in Florida
Ernie Smith, a Jamaican singer-songwriter, is currently in critical condition at a hospital in Florida. This was confirmed by his wife, Claudette Bailey Smith, who spoke to Observer Online. She stated that he was admitted on April 7. Furthermore, he is in the Intensive Care Unit following a surgical procedure. Bailey Smith disclosed that her … Continue reading Ernie Smith, legendary Reggae singer hospitalized in Florida
Jamaica Constabulary wants gun restrictions at Party Venues
The Jamaica Constabulary is advocating for stricter gun restrictions at party venues to enhance safety and reduce violence. Implementing these measures will create a more secure environment for everyone to enjoy and help prevent tragic incidents associated with firearms.
Police charged a suspect with murder and 2 sisters for wounding
Police charged a St. Catherine man with the fatal shooting of a Kingston businessman. The brazen shooting reportedly occurred along Pretoria Road on January 8, 2026. Also, police charged two sisters with wounding with intent after a woman stabbed during a dispute in Spanish Town, St. Catherine, on March 28.
