A 16-year-old student from Meadowbrook High School has been charged with assaulting a classmate after a video of the attack circulated. Concerns rise as school violence intensifies, leaving teachers fearful. The Jamaica Teachers' Association reports a surge in violence and demands action from school authorities. In a separate incident, a Westmoreland businessman faces lottery scamming charges.
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Businessman Faces Charges for Counterfeit Engine Oil Seized in Clarendon.
Kemar Coke, a businessman, is charged by the police for selling counterfeit engine oil. Over 400 buckets of fake oil worth $10 million were seized in May Pen. In another incident, a bus overturning in Portmore resulted in over 30 injuries. The finance minister faces criticism for a budget error, and the KSAMC is requesting an audit of the municipal police force's hiring and payment.
Four People Charged After Alleged Abuse of American Boys at Treasure Beach Private School.
Four men from St. Elizabeth, Jamaica have been charged with abusing eight American children at a troubled teen boarding school. The accused face charges including assault and cruelty to a child. An ongoing investigation involves the American Embassy. Voter apathy worries former PM Patterson due to declining turnout in recent elections.
Police charged a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting on Howard Avenue.
The victim, 33-year-old Randy Wilson, a plumber at Jones Pen St, Catherine, was found dead with his hands and feet bound with a rope and multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body. The discovery was made by residents around 9:05 a.m., who promptly alerted the authorities. Following the police's arrival, an operation was carried out … Continue reading Police charged a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting on Howard Avenue.
Gunmen fatally shot one man and injured two others at nine-night in Clarendon.
Gunmen fatally shot one man and wounded two others during a nine-night gathering in Clarendon. The deceased, Michael Bassier, and others were ambushed by armed individuals. Two men sustained injuries but are not in critical condition. A loaded Glock magazine was found at the scene, and investigations are ongoing. In a separate incident, Lenbert Allen was fatally stabbed by his brother during a fight over money. Two individuals in St. James were convicted of cocaine possession, while the ODPP responded to criticism over the delay in the SSL investigation.
Two Men Found Dead with Severe Injuries Near Dunbeholden Main Road.
St Catherine, Jamaica – Two unidentified men were found murdered near a pump house along Dunbeholden Main Road in Portmore, St Catherine, on Wednesday morning, March 13, 2024. Reports indicate that at approximately 7:30 a.m., individuals came across the mutilated bodies and promptly notified the police. The Major Investigations Division (MID) swiftly responded to the … Continue reading Two Men Found Dead with Severe Injuries Near Dunbeholden Main Road.
Security forces rescued a murder suspect from a mob in Manchester.
MANCHESTER, Jamaica—The security forces in Manchester responded to a distressing situation on Friday, March 1, 2024, when they rescued a murder suspect from an angry mob in the Kasha Town community. Deputy Superintendent Dennis Simpson, the head of the crime department for Manchester, confirmed the officers' intervention to remove the barricaded suspect from a house. … Continue reading Security forces rescued a murder suspect from a mob in Manchester.
Police probing A Tragic Incident At Beryllium, A Security Officer Was Fatally Shot.
A Beryllium security officer lost their life on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, following a fatal shooting at the company's South Camp Road offices. Superintendent Berrisford Williams, head of the Kingston Central police, has reported that the shooting is believed to have been accidental. Initial accounts suggest that a firearm discharged, striking a guard stationed at … Continue reading Police probing A Tragic Incident At Beryllium, A Security Officer Was Fatally Shot.
Thugs on the rampage gunned down a man in Gregory Park, Portmore St Catherine.
A man was tragically shot and killed in Gregory Park, Portmore St Catherine, on Sunday, February 11, 2024. The authorities identified the deceased as Kevin Chambers, also known as 'Crocs,' aged 32, of 52 Stevens Avenue, Compound, Gregory Park, in St Catherine. According to reports, the incident unfolded sometime before 5:00 p.m. Residents heard gunshots … Continue reading Thugs on the rampage gunned down a man in Gregory Park, Portmore St Catherine.
P M Holness characterized the Dean Jones and Wayne Walker Altercation as staged.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness's portrayal of the altercation between JLP councilor-caretaker Dean Jones and Wayne Walker as a "staged" event seems to be a direct attack on the PNP rather than addressing the poor judgment demonstrated by Jones. Mr. Jones, the JLP's candidate for the Trinityville division in St. Thomas, was filmed brandishing his licensed … Continue reading P M Holness characterized the Dean Jones and Wayne Walker Altercation as staged.