Crimes and Criminals report:
- Heartbreaking Tragedy in St James, Jamaica–Mother allegedly throws baby to death.
- Double murder in St Elizabeth, house firebombed
- Ex-cop turned cabbie gunned down.
ST JAMES, Jamaica–A devastating incident unfolded in St James, Jamaica, as a sweet and innocent five-month-old baby girl tragically lost her life. The poor child was allegedly thrown from the third floor of a building by her enraged mother amidst a heated domestic argument on the evening of December 6, 2023.
As reported by OBSERVER ONLINE, the mother, consumed by her anger, heartbreakingly tossed her baby from the roof before descending to the second floor to ingest bleach, culminating in a horrifying leap from the building itself. The woman’s eight-year-old daughter was a witness to this horrific act and bravely raised an alarm.
The police swiftly intervened, rushing both the mother and the injured infant to Falmouth Hospital. Due to the severity of her injuries, which included significant trauma to the side of her head, the baby was transferred to Cornwall Regional Hospital. Heartbreakingly, despite the medical professionals’ efforts, the little one was pronounced dead on Thursday afternoon, December 7, 2023.
As the community grapples with this unimaginable tragedy, the mother remains hospitalized while the police continue their investigation. In a commendable move, authorities have called upon mental health professionals to provide support not only to the affected family but also to the residents who are deeply affected by this heartrending event.
This sorrowful incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of nurturing a safe and supportive environment for our loved ones. Let us unite in offering our condolences and support to all those affected by this devastating loss.
Double murder in St Elizabeth, house firebombed
.ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica – In the early hours of Friday morning, December 8, 2023, a brutal incident unfolded in Goshen, St Elizabeth. Armed individuals mercilessly took the lives of two men and resorted to firebombing a dwelling.
Law enforcement authorities identified the dead men as 46-year-old Trevor Morgan and 29-year-old Roje Hagigal.
Acting Superintendent Coleridge Minto, in charge of the St Elizabeth police force, has officially confirmed the occurrence.
Preliminary reports indicate that around 1:00 am, local residents were jolted awake by deafening explosions and witnessed billows of smoke engulfing a residence.
Without delay, the residents contacted the authorities, who promptly arrived at the scene. The police discovered the lifeless bodies of the two men, their fatal wounds seemingly caused by gunfire.
Regrettably, hospital staff confirmed the demise of the victims upon their arrival.
At present, the motive behind this heinous shooting remains unknown as investigators diligently pursue leads in their ongoing inquiry.
Ex-cop turned cabbie gunned down in Portmore.
Kingston, Jamaica — In a shocking twist of fate, a former police officer who transformed his career into a taxi operator met a dreadful end in the Kingston Eastern police division on Thursday evening, December 7, 2023.
The victim, identified as Keniel Wilson, once served with the esteemed Jamaica Constabulary Force in St Catherine. However, his transition to a new profession proved fatal.
According to chilling accounts, as darkness seeped in on that fateful Thursday, Wilson found himself at the wrong place at the wrong time. Standing beside his motorcar on Kensington Road, he was confronted by two ominous figures. With malice emanating from their presence, they initiated a brief conversation with Wilson before abruptly opening fire. Adding salt to the wound, they cold-heartedly snatched Wilson’s licensed firearm before vanishing into the abyss.
Tragically, medical professionals at the hospital were left powerless to save Wilson’s life, pronouncing him dead upon his arrival.
As the authorities grapple with this heinous crime, one can’t help but wonder about the motive behind this cruel act. The investigation is currently underway, shrouded in a haze of uncertainty.
Let us hope that justice prevails and those responsible for this despicable and senseless act are swiftly brought to light.
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