Police in Linstead investigate attempted homicide and arson involving a man who allegedly locked his girlfriend and her daughter inside their home before setting it on fire. The incident occurred on November 5, 2026, following a dispute where the woman ended their relationship. Fortunately, the woman escaped with lacerations while her daughter was unharmed; the fire department extinguished the flames quickly. In Kingston, police charged Osaka Gillespie, a suspect in a chain snatching incident, using footage from the victim’s spouse’s Meta Glasses. Gillespie faced larceny charges after the victim positively identified him, with a court appearance scheduled for November 9.
Category: Crime and violence
ICE Arrests Jamaican Accused of Illegal Voting in U.S. Elections
ICE arrested Antonio Mitchell, a Jamaican man, for allegedly voting illegally in U.S. elections from 2000 to 2022. Mitchell allegedly made false statements on his naturalization application, claiming he never voted or registered to vote. Federal law prohibits noncitizens from voting in federal elections, and knowingly providing false statements can lead to criminal penalties. In a separate incident, a 73-year-old man was shot dead in Clarendon, Jamaica, during a gun attack, while two others were injured. As of October 31, Clarendon has recorded 29 civilian deaths this year.
Housebreaking: ID Card Left at Scene Leads to Suspect
Alando Young, 19, faces charges of housebreaking and larceny after items were stolen from a townhouse in Manchester. The stolen goods included a PlayStation 4 and a Nintendo Switch, worth CAD$800 and CAD$755, respectively. Young’s National Identification Card was found at the scene, leading to his arrest. Trevaughn Robinson, 23, allegedly set his family home on fire after a dispute over $5,000; luckily, no one got hurt. Robinson now faces charges of arson and remains in custody as he awaits a court appearance.
Robbery: Police Charge Four in US$30,000 Jewelry Robbery
The police in St Ann have charged four men with robbery and extortion. The charges stemmed from an October 18 incident during which the accused allegedly held up the complainant at gunpoint and robbed him of jewelry valued at approximately US$30,000 as he was leaving an event. A few days later, Jordan Grant allegedly telephoned the victim and demanded $2 million for the return of the stolen items. The victim agreed to pay $1 million and arranged a meeting. Then he informed the police, who subsequently arrested and charged the accused.
Manchester Father Charged in Alleged Revenge Double Murder
A father in Manchester, Jamaica, faces homicide conspiracy charges connected to the deaths of two men, believed to be reprisals for his daughter's shooting. The suspect, Kumar Obrien, conspired with others to target the deceased, Yakieni Shaw and Damien Edwards, resulting in their fatal shooting in March. Another incident in Manchester involves taxi operator Lawrence Gayle, charged with multiple gun-related offenses after a domestic dispute led to a shooting. Gayle's argument with his partner escalated, injuring her seriously, and he faces charges including possession of a prohibited weapon. Both Obrien and Gayle are scheduled to appear in court on October 21, 2026, as investigations continue.
Sligoville Tragedy: Police, Gunmen and Child Killed in Shootout
A predawn police operation in Sligoville, St. Catherine, ended in tragedy after officers were met with gunfire from armed men. One officer, two gunmen, and a 10-year-old girl were killed, another officer was critically injured, and Commissioner Blake has vowed relentless pursuit of the criminals involved.
Police Neutralized ‘Biggs’ of Wailers Gang in Olympic Gardens
Police in St Andrew, Jamaica, neutralized "Bigg" of Wailers gang on Wednesday, October 14. The police said "Biggs" was on their wanted list in connection with the Balcombe Drive double homicide on Sunday October 11. Further, the authorities said "Biggs" had a long rap sheet of previous charges for various offenses, including homicide, shooting, and sexual offenses. Also, the police stated that Pellington was on bail for the November 15, 2025 murder of Sequan ‘Kushie’ Grant on Bishop Avenue, Kingston 11.
INDECOM Probes Resulted in Charges Against Two Cops
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.
Hunts Bay Cops Probe Double and Triple Homicides in St Andrew
Hunts Bay Cops investigate a double murder on Balcombe Drive, where two men were killed after a car approached and opened fire. SSP Manderson highlights ongoing gang issues but notes recent efforts to dismantle crime in the area. Police arrest Antoneo Palmer for allegedly driving a hitman in a murder case involving Omiela Walker. CCTV helped identify the vehicle used in the shooting, and Palmer has since surrendered to police. Calls for increased police presence in St. Andrew follow a recent triple homicide, reflecting community safety concerns.
Cookshop Attack: Two Men Killed, cops 48-Hour Curfew Imposed
Two men were killed at a cookshop in Luana, St. Elizabeth; one victim is identified as Shadrick Watson, 33. The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. when an armed man opened fire after a brief conversation with the victims. In response, police have imposed a 48-hour curfew in eight communities due to potential reprisals. In a separate incident, Shawn Fletcher, 40, was killed in a shooting in Old Harbour, resulting in injuries to a woman. A security guard received a two-month prison sentence for stealing pineapples but was released immediately due to time served.