The police fatally shot a suspect along the Spanish Town Bypass in St. Catherine, Jamaica, on Saturday. The Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) has launched an investigation into this latest police-involved shooting.
Month: June 2026
Jamaican National Sentenced for $2.6M Sweepstakes Scam
A US Federal Judge sentenced a Jamaican national to nearly four years in federal prison. He was sentenced for orchestrating a sweepstakes scam and a scheme involving farm equipment that defrauded victims out of more than $2.6 million.
Sweepstakes Fraud: Jamaicans Among six Charged in the US
Five Jamaicans are among six individuals cops in the United States charged. The charges stemmed from an alleged multimillion-dollar sweepstakes fraud scheme that primarily targeted older Americans across the country.
Quarry Hill: Police charged two suspects with the June 13 murder
A teenage boy is one of two individuals charged with the murder that occurred on June 13 in Quarry Hill, Spanish. According to the police, the accused shot and killed 18-year-old construction worker Miguel "Bingy" Anderson at a shop in the community.son at a shop in Quarry Hill, Spanish Town, on June 13.
Motorcyclists must have proper certification to use public roadways
Motorcyclists, so far this year, have accounted for 26 percent of all road deaths occurred in Jamaica. Of the 135 fatalities in 121 crashes, 35 were motorcyclists. As a result, The police have reminded motorcyclists that, under the new Road Traffic Act, they must possess a valid rider's license. This is necessary to operate on public roads.
St. James Police Division Leads Jamaica in Homicides
At the end of 2025 the St James police division recorded fewer than 100 murders for the first time in over 20 years. But so far in 2026, the division is once again displaying disappointing figures. According to the latest Serious Crime Statistics, St James police division in Jamaica leads the nation in murders. Statistics from January 1 to June 20 indicate that St. James experienced 35 murders, which is nine more than during the same period last year. This number is 15 higher than the 22 murders recorded in St. Andrew South, making it second on the list.
ATM Card Theft, $346,000 Stolen in Spanish Town Incident
ATM Card Theft: $346,000 Stolen in Spanish Town Incident. A recent trip to Spanish Town took a troubling turn for a man from St. Catherine when he discovered his wallet was missing. This led to a shocking loss of over $300,000 from his bank account.
Royal Reunion: Harry and Meghan Return to the UK Next Month
The long-awaited royal reunion will finally happen next month, according to reports. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will return to the UK, giving King Charles the opportunity to see his grandchildren again. In fact, many have dubbed this event the Royal Reunion everyone has been waiting for.
Embezzlement: Three women charged in a $1.8 million scheme
Embezzlement. Police charged three women with embezzlement after they uncovered a scheme in which nearly $1.8 million was allegedly siphoned from a food store in St. Andrew through fake refunds.
CCTV Cameras Captures $2 Million ATM Theft Incident
CCTV Cameras Captures $2 Million ATM Theft Incident. The police have charged security officer Terance Austin with larceny. He allegedly stole over $2 million from an ATM his employer assigned him to service. And, according to the police, the alleged theft was reportedly captured on CCTV.