Key Takeaways
- Two members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force face charges from separate incidents investigated by INDECOM.
- Corporal Randy Campbell faces homicide charges after an off-duty shooting in April 2025; he claims self-defense.
- District Constable Lennox Lawood is charged with assault after CCTV footage shows excessive force against a man in December 2025.
- The total number of law enforcement officers charged in 2026 has now reached 20, including 18 from JCF.
- Two suspects were charged with gun-related offenses after police seized a pistol and ammunition in Duhaney Park.
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Investigators have charged two members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF). The charges are in connection with two separate incidents that the Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) investigated.
The authorities charged Corporal Randy Campbell with homicide and wounding with intent. Campbell was a constable at the time of the incident. He appeared before the St James Parish Court on October 7, 2026.
However, the court has transferred Campbell’s case from the St James Parish Court to the St James Circuit Court.
The charges against Corporal Campbell arise from an off-duty shooting incident. This occurred on April 29, 2025, in Granville, St. James. The incident resulted in the death of Kyron Cameron and injuries to another man.
Campbell alleged that the two men attempted to disarm him. Consequently, he claimed he had no option but to discharge his weapon in self-defense.
However, INDECOM’s investigation uncovered evidence that contradicted the officer’s account.
The court granted Corporal Campbell bail in the amount of one million dollars. Bail conditions include one to three sureties and reporting requirements.
The presiding judge has scheduled a case management hearing for April 29, 2027.
In another case, District Constable Lennox Lawood appeared before the St. Thomas Parish Court by summons. The authorities charged him with assault occasioning actual bodily harm.
These charges arise from an incident in which he assaulted a man. This occurred on December 22, 2025, along the Seaforth main road in St. Thomas.
CCTV footage obtained during the investigation supports the complainant’s claim. It shows that the officer used excessive force against him. The incident was reported as an unprovoked slap to the face. Furthermore, the court has recommended that an assessment be conducted. Additionally, a report should be prepared to determine whether the accused officer is fit to plead.
Furthermore, the court has recommended that an assessment be conducted, and a report prepared to determine whether the accused officer is fit to plead.
The court has scheduled the accused to return to court on December 14, 2026.
As a result of preceding cases, the total number of law enforcement officers charged in 2026 has risen to 20. These charges are in connection with incidents investigated by the Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM). This number includes 18 members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) and two correctional officers. The charges are related to various shooting and assault investigations.
After its investigations, INDECOM submitted a file to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP). The ODPP then authorized the laying of charges.
Police charged two after gun and, ammo seizure in Kingston
Detectives from the St. Andrew South police division have charged two suspects with gun-related offenses. This follows the seizure of a pistol and five rounds of ammunition. The seizure occurred during an operation at a premises in Duhaney Park, Kingston 20.
The suspects have been identified as 45-year-old Andy Kirk Hasphaul, also known as “Baddas” and “Bad Rat,” and 49-year-old Lavern Natasha Pascoe. Both suspects reside on Riverside Drive in Duhaney Park.
The police have charged the suspects with possession of a prohibited weapon and unauthorized possession of ammunition.
According to the Duhaney Park police, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at around 9:00 a.m., a police team conducted a search at the one-bedroom residence. The residence is occupied by Hasphaul and Pascoe. During the search, authorities discovered the contraband in the presence of both suspects.
The police took Hasphaul and Pascoe into custody without incident. They later charged the suspects after a question-and-answer session, and their court appearance date is pending.