A recent surge in violence shattered the peace in St James, with three murders over the weekend. Despite security efforts, lawlessness persists, causing distress among residents. Incidents occurred in Coral Gardens, Flanker, and Mt Salem, alarming locals. The situation reflects the escalating crisis in the western region, raising concerns about gang-related chaos.
Month: April 2024
Illegal Taxi Operator Charged Over Vicious Attack Following Accident.
Taxi operator Peter Bramwell, 37, from Kingston, faces charges of property destruction, bodily harm assault, and disorderly conduct after a viral video showed him assaulting another driver following a collision. Seven men, wanted for various crimes in Kingston, are being urged by the police to surrender. Additionally, an investigation is ongoing into the shooting of a vendor and a motorist was injured during a protest over water issues in Retreat, Westmoreland.
Tragic News: Eight-Year-Old Ramiel Richardson Dies in House Fire.
Heartbreaking news has surfaced reporting the loss of eight-year-old Ramiel Richardson in a devastating fire at his home in Top Lincoln, Grange Hill, Westmoreland, on Friday, April 26, 2024. According to a report from the Morgan's Bridge police, the fire broke out when little Ramiel was alone in the house. His mother, who was reportedly … Continue reading Tragic News: Eight-Year-Old Ramiel Richardson Dies in House Fire.
A Police Corporal Hospitalized After Gun Attack in Portmore, St Catherine
Brave police corporal hospitalized after challenging two gunmen in Portmore. After three years, the suspect in a 2021-gun attack that left two men injured, surrendered to the police. A party promoter died after his motorcycle collided with a cow in Westmoreland. An "Exemplary Community Member" Fatally Shot in Manchester.
A Meadowbrook High student has been charged with the physical assault of a fellow student.
A 16-year-old student from Meadowbrook High School has been charged with assaulting a classmate after a video of the attack circulated. Concerns rise as school violence intensifies, leaving teachers fearful. The Jamaica Teachers' Association reports a surge in violence and demands action from school authorities. In a separate incident, a Westmoreland businessman faces lottery scamming charges.
Tragic Incident at Grange Hill High: Boy Fatally Shot, Girl Injured Following Sports Day
A devastating event unfolded at Grange Hill High as a boy lost his life, and a girl sustained injuries in a shooting incident following the school's sports day. Gunman fatally shot during attempted robbery. Government to foot Privy Council legal fees. Chinese businessman robbed at home in St Mary.
St Mary schoolboys face wounding charges after gas station altercation.
St Mary schoolboys face wounding charges after gas station altercation. The St James Parish Court has issued a warrant for a woman who has been impersonating a rental agent. And a Security guard removed from his post at UWI following rape, abduction allegations.
Another policeman sustained injuries during a gunfire exchange.
Man wanted in Jamaica apprehended in Dominica Republic and deported. A police corporal got injured during a gun battle with hoodlums. A cabbie was slain by a gunman posing as a passenger. And another high school brawl left three Tacky High school students injured.
Teen and man fatally shot in St. Andrew gun attack.
Tragic incidents have struck St. Andrew and St. Ann, Jamaica. Two individuals were shot and killed in St. Andrew, while an 8-year-old's body was found in a tank in St. Ann. In addition, seven individuals suspected of involvement in lottery scamming were arrested in St. James, and a large-scale theft occurred at a car dealership on Hagley Park Road.
The Integrity Commission has submitted five investigative reports, along with corresponding indicative rulings, to Parliament.
The Integrity Commission submitted investigation reports and rulings to Parliament as hard copies and electronic PDFs. Claudette Thompson has become the Acting Director of Public Prosecutions, replacing Paula Llewellyn. Llewellyn resigned following a court ruling against her tenure extension. Six women and a man were arrested after law enforcement seized an illegal firearm and ballistic vest.
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