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St James police neutralized one of the parish’s most dangerous criminals.

Police in St James, Jamaica, fatally shot Collin Walters, a suspected 13th Street Gang member linked to a fatal gun attack. Damion Crawford criticized Jamaica's political atmosphere following MP Rhoda Crawford's public denouncement of hurtful rumors. United States and Jamaican officials provided an Advanced Counter Gang Course curriculum to the National Police College of Jamaica to combat organized crime. Deputy Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey emphasized the course's importance in reducing gang-related crimes and promoting a safer Jamaica.

A Meadowbrook High student has been charged with the physical assault of a fellow student.

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.

Another policeman sustained injuries during a gunfire exchange.

Man wanted in Jamaica apprehended in Dominica Republic and deported. A police corporal got injured during a gun battle with hoodlums. A cabbie was slain by a gunman posing as a passenger. And another high school brawl left three Tacky High school students injured.

St Mary Police has verified the ongoing investigation into a report concerning Errol Bascoe.

Report of Errol Basco's Situation Confirmed by St Mary Police Chief Acting Superintendent Kevin Francis, commanding officer of the St Mary Police, has verified the ongoing investigation into a report concerning Errol Bascoe, principal of Tacky High School. The police were informed of the report last week, prompting Mr. Bascoe to resign as the People's … Continue reading St Mary Police has verified the ongoing investigation into a report concerning Errol Bascoe.

Cop charged with rape, buggery, and abduction in St James.

Law enforcement officers from the St James Division took decisive action on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, by charging one of their own with serious breaches of the Offences Against The Person Act. Thirty-one-year-old Shalon Campbell, a Constable assigned to the St James Police Division, now faces charges related to forcible abduction, rape, buggery, grievous sexual … Continue reading Cop charged with rape, buggery, and abduction in St James.

The US government pledged its unwavering support for Guyana in the land dispute with Venezuela.

Trending News in the USA: The US government pledged its unwavering support for Guyana in the land dispute with Venezuela. The shooter in Wednesday's incident at UNLV was a professor. WASHINGTON, DC, United States–The Biden administration has clearly stated its unwavering support for the sovereignty of Guyana and emphasized the importance of a peaceful resolution … Continue reading The US government pledged its unwavering support for Guyana in the land dispute with Venezuela.

Gunmen invaded and robbed a nightclub in St Elizabeth.

Crime Roundup: Thieves made off with five poker boxes valued at approximately $3 million in St Elizabeth. SHOCKING INCIDENT: A BRAZEN THUG TOSSES A DEADLY WEAPON UNDER VEHICLE WHILE TRYING DESPERATELY TO EVADE COPS IN ST. ANDREW! ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica– Law enforcement officers in St Elizabeth said seven gunmen invaded a nightclub in the Bellevue … Continue reading Gunmen invaded and robbed a nightclub in St Elizabeth.

Whitfield Town man defied odds Graduate UWI with Bachelor’s Degree

McGrowder was destined to fail and ended up in a gang like many other boys his age have done. But with a strong mother and his commitment to succeed, McGrowder defied the odds and graduated from The University of the West Indies, Mona, with a degree in Management Studies. He is currently pursuing a Master's degree in human resource development.