The JLP's attempt to discredit Opposition Leader Mark Golding for his citizenship backfired when Government Senator Matthew Samuda admitted to also holding British citizenship. Meanwhile, law enforcement in Clarendon confiscated two illegal firearms and ammunition in separate raids in Gimme-me-bit and Toll Gate, but no suspects were apprehended.
Month: May 2024
Two confirmed dead after four-vehicle collision in Westmoreland crash.
A fatal collision in Lindo's Hill, Westmoreland, involving a Toyota Succeed motor car and three other vehicles resulted in two deaths. The driver and a passenger of the Toyota Axio lost their lives, with four others injured. In a separate incident, an 18-year-old died in a motorcycle collision with a truck. Two individuals were apprehended in Westmoreland with illicit firearms and ammunition. Investigations are ongoing.
Vybz Kartel and two co-accused are hopeful for release from custody today (May 30, 2024).
Dancehall artist Vybz Kartel and co-accused await Court of Appeal decision on bond for murder retrial, after Privy Council overturned previous convictions due to juror misconduct. Meanwhile, alleged gang leader 'Papa' fatally shot by security forces in August Town, St Andrew. Investigations ongoing. Court to mention retrial on June 10, 2024.
Tragic Death of Esteemed Footballer in Kingston Home Invasion.
On May 28, 2024, gunmen attacked a Jamaican footballer's home in Kingston, resulting in one fatality and one injury. The deceased, Rafiek Thomas, was a former Boys Town Football Team member. The motive behind the attack is unknown. Additionally, a St. Catherine man was shot after allegedly stabbing a police officer, and the St. Andrew Central Police are seeking four suspects for various crimes. In Portmore, a man successfully disarmed a robber during an attempted robbery.
Concerns over Golding’s dual citizenship indicate the JLP’s desperation.
The President of the People's National Party, Mark Golding, condemns the Jamaica Labour Party's focus on his dual citizenship as a diversion from the PNP's achievements in local elections. He promises to prioritize Jamaica's real issues and resources for the people when he becomes prime minister. In other news, a suspect wanted for arson was apprehended by the police in St. Mary.
Government’s Request for Expedited Appeal Hearing in Constitutional Ruling Against DPP.
The Jamaican Government is seeking an expedited appeal in the case of DPP Paula Llewellyn's retirement age. A bartender in St. Mary was fatally shot at his home, and a police constable in Westmoreland has been charged with possession of contraband items while on duty at the station. The investigations are ongoing.
Police arrested three after illegal gun and ammo seizure in Tranquility Valley, St Ann.
In St. Ann's Tranquility Valley in Brown's Town, police seized a Glock 19 pistol and detained three individuals. In Kingston, a vendor was charged with attempted robbery and assault. Additionally, a UK woman, Toinette Carew, was charged with drug offenses after cocaine was found on her body at Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston.
Nicki Minaj’s Concert in England Postponed, Dutch Authorities Busted Her for Marijuana Possession.
American rapper Nicki Minaj was detained in the Netherlands after marijuana was found in her bag, leading to a postponed concert in Manchester. In another incident, a taxi operator was fatally shot in Linstead. Police arrested a gunman in Portland, and a Jamaican gangster was indicted in Florida for a double homicide.
The killing of a Jamaican national in New York is linked to a feud in Jamaica between Tivoli and Denham Town – NYPD.
Law enforcement in New York revealed that a Jamaican man was fatally shot near a Queens lounge and that the incident is linked to an ongoing feud between Tivoli Gardens and Denham Town in Kingston. The shooting is believed to be in retaliation for a previous homicide. Additionally, a chef from St. Thomas also tragically passed away following a violent gun attack, and a man from St. Elizabeth has been detained on assault and lottery scamming charges.
Police Search for Suspect in Connection with His Child’s Mother Murder in St. Ann.
St. Ann police have identified Randy Ttaile as a person of interest in the homicide of Nadia Binns, who tragically passed away at her residence. A Jamaican individual was detained at Sangster International Airport for suspected cocaine possession. In another incident, a Clarendon truck driver has been charged with serious offenses in relation to a chopping death.