Two tragic shootings in Jamaica left one man dead and another injured in Burnt Savannah, and a homeless man found dead with gunshot wounds in Spanish Town. Road fatalities claimed nine lives in a week, with motorcyclists and pedestrians being the most vulnerable. The New Clerk of the Houses of Parliament addressed financial irregularities promptly.
Category: National Security
MP Headed to Integrity Commission Office in Response to Summons.
Member of Parliament Robert Chin confirmed his attendance at the Integrity Commission's office in response to a summons regarding financial statements. Meanwhile, Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake announced significant leadership changes in the Jamaica Constabulary Force during an All-Officers' Conference, signaling a new era under his leadership.
Jamaica Gazette’s excerpts of news on crimes and criminals in Jamaica.
Man killed in motor vehicle collision involving police in St. Elizabeth. This incident occurred sometime after 2 p.m. on Monday, February 19, 2024. The deceased has been identified as 36-year-old Rayon Forbes, a farmer from Brompton in St. Elizabeth. Acting Superintendent Coleridge Minto, who heads the St. Elizabeth Police Division, has reported that the collision … Continue reading Jamaica Gazette’s excerpts of news on crimes and criminals in Jamaica.
A tragic pre-dawn motor vehicle collision in Trelawny Sunday morning left four people dead.
Four lives were tragically lost in a pre-dawn motor vehicle collision in Trelawny on Sunday morning, February 18, 2024. As reported by Loop News, the accident took place shortly after 3 a.m. when a Mark X motorcar carrying four individuals was en route to Falmouth. Tragically, it collided with an Audi motorcar traveling in the … Continue reading A tragic pre-dawn motor vehicle collision in Trelawny Sunday morning left four people dead.
Cops seek person of interest after the seizure of 14 guns at Montego Bay port in St James.
A man known by the aliases 'CJ,' 'Fugitive,' and 'Shippy' has been identified as a person of interest in connection with a significant firearms bust in Montego Bay, St. James, on Friday, February 9, 2024. Authorities believe he can provide valuable assistance to advance their investigation and are urging him to report to the nearest … Continue reading Cops seek person of interest after the seizure of 14 guns at Montego Bay port in St James.
Tragic Incident in Clarendon, Jamaica, three people were shot, two fatally.
Tragic Incident in Clarendon, Jamaica Two individuals have tragically lost their lives in a shooting in the vicinity of Trout Hall near Frankfield in Clarendon. Another individual is currently receiving medical care following a distressing Friday afternoon in the parish. Specific motives for these fatal events remain unclear at this moment, as authorities are actively … Continue reading Tragic Incident in Clarendon, Jamaica, three people were shot, two fatally.
A St Catherine chef was gunned down in Linstead.
A Man Fatally Shot While Awaiting Transportation in Linstead The authorities in St. Catherine are currently investigating the fatal shooting of a man who was awaiting transportation along King Street in Linstead on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. The deceased has been identified as Devon George Ashman, aged 57, a chef and resident of King Street … Continue reading A St Catherine chef was gunned down in Linstead.
A St James teen is charged with abduction and attempted rape.
Montego Bay, Jamaica–The police indicted a St James suspect with several breaches of The Sexual Offences Act after he allegedly dragged a minor into a house and attempted to sexually assault her. The authorities identified the suspect as Marlon Samuels, age 19. He is charged with forcible abduction, attempted rape, and sexual touching of a … Continue reading A St James teen is charged with abduction and attempted rape.
Jamaica has recorded 33 murders in the first 13 days of the year.
Police High Command Releases January Crime Statistics The recently released January halfway mark crime report by the Police High Command revealed that 33 individuals lost their lives due to violent incidents. According to the police, this figure is consistent with the statistics from the same period in 2023. Notably, the final murder count for 2023 … Continue reading Jamaica has recorded 33 murders in the first 13 days of the year.
Six females are in custody after attacking a 14-year-old girl.
CLARENDON, Jamaica – Law enforcement authorities in Clarendon have confirmed the arrest of six female suspects, ranging in age from 15 to 52, for their involvement in a vicious mob attack on a 14-year-old girl in Clarendon on Saturday, December 30, 2023. The injured child has been discharged from the hospital, but she continues to … Continue reading Six females are in custody after attacking a 14-year-old girl.