In St Mary, a fatal car accident on June 29, 2024 claimed one life and left five injured. MOCA urges property owners to screen renters to prevent illegal activities, and SSP Manderson emphasizes citizen engagement in policing. Additionally, the Police High Command has issued guidelines for fair enforcement of cell phone usage while driving.
Month: June 2024
Transport Minister Justifies Highway 2000 Toll Rate Adjustments.
The Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications, and Transport announced toll rate adjustments for Highway 2000, explaining their necessity for road infrastructure maintenance. The proposed rates are subject to public feedback and offer discounts for T-tag users. In other news, missing wards of the state and a fatal stabbing in St Thomas are under investigation. Additionally, a marketing officer in Kingston faces charges of embezzling $2.6 million from customers' accounts.
A judge has sentenced a woman to 24 months in prison for defrauding the National Commercial Bank (NCB) of $74.5 million.
On Thursday, June 27, 2024, a St Ann Parish Court judge sentenced former NCB wealth advisor Khadene Thomas to 24 months in prison for allegedly stealing $74.5 million.
Fatal Shooting in St Catherine Leaves Man Dead and Policeman Injured.
An unidentified man was fatally shot by the police in Bois Content, St Catherine. A policeman was injured. In another incident, a street vendor in Spanish Town was fatally shot. A 28-year-old taxi operator has been charged with motor vehicle theft. Additionally, a teacher from St. Elizabeth faces gun-related charges and has been granted bail.
An autopsy has confirmed that Gleaner journalist Job Nelson was not shot, contrary to earlier reports.
The police publicized a surprising postmortem report on the death of sports journalist Job Nelson, indicating that he was fatally injured by a metal object from the car's airbag after a crash, rather than sustaining a gunshot wound as previously asserted. Another tragic shooting incident in Nannyville resulted in two deaths and one injury, potentially linked to gang activity.
Fatal Confrontation between Police and Suspect in May Pen.
Summary: In May Pen, Clarendon, an individual was fatally shot by the police after an altercation. This incident caused panic in nearby schools. In Barbados, a Jamaican national and two others were charged with the murder of Chad Roett. Additionally, two brothers from Spring Mount in St James were charged with assault and gun offenses. In Hanover, a firearm was confiscated during a stop-and-search operation.
Teenager Accused of Committing Triple Homicide on Windward Road
The police have charged Richard Jonas, also known as 'Monkey Man' and 'Jellana,' in connection with a triple homicide in Kingston. He is accused of arriving with others in a vehicle, opening fire, and causing three deaths. Additionally, a fatal shooting in Clarendon and one in St Ann are under investigation, and a man was arrested for possessing a prohibited weapon at a wake in Manchester.
Fatal Accident in Trelawny Claims Life of Bank Teller and Leaves Several Injured.
A fatal four-vehicle crash in Trelawny resulted in one death and multiple injuries. Asean Murphy, 21, lost control of his vehicle, causing a collision with a truck and two other vehicles. In a separate case, three out of four suspects involved in a large-scale gun discovery were acquitted due to lack of evidence.
Two killed in a 45-minute exchange of fire between security forces and gunmen.
Summary: A 45-minute gun battle in Rose Heights resulted in the fatal shooting of two suspects. Another fatal shooting targeted a taxi operator in Sligoville. Additionally, a significant cannabis bust led to the arrest of a police officer and two Haitian nationals. A service pistol was stolen, and a British woman faces charges for cocaine smuggling at Montego Bay's airport.
Suspected Retaliation Attack Leaves Four Men Injured in Curatoe Hill.
Authorities at May Police Station are investigating the shooting of four individuals in Clarendon. The victims were attacked by armed men at a shop, resulting in injuries and hospitalizations. In a separate incident, a suspect in a double homicide was confronted and killed by the police in Westmoreland. Additionally, police captured three wanted suspects in St. James and apprehended two women in possession of an illegal firearm.