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.
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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.
Police release sketch of suspect in May 4 robbery in Lucea.
The Hanover police have shared a composite sketch and detailed description of a suspect related to a recent late-night robbery and assault in Lucea, Hanover.
Manchester and St Thomas: Crime and violence Report
Manchester and St Thomas: Crime and violence Report. On Thursday morning, April 16, 2026, a lone gunman executed a landscaper as he worked in a garden at a property. In St Thomas, police raided a beach in Lyssons and arrested a couple after cops allegedly found an illegal gun in a black bag belonging to woman.
Jamaican Cops Seized Counterfeit Currency and Imitation guns
Jamaican Cops Crack Down Counterfeit Currency and fake guns. On Sunday, June 21, 2025, police in Green Island, Hanover, Jamaica, arrested a hotel worker. The worker allegedly entered a guest's room and swapped their cash with counterfeit US currency. Jamaican cops identified the accused as O' Brian Sittal. He is also known as 'OB,' and … Continue reading Jamaican Cops Seized Counterfeit Currency and Imitation guns
Haitian Man faces Serious Crimes In Alleged Kidnapping Case
Haitian Man Faces Serious Crimes In Alleged Kidnapping Case. Detectives in Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica, have charged a Haitian man with rape, forcible abduction, grievous sexual assault, and assault occasioning actual bodily harm. The charges stemmed from a kidnapping incident that occurred in St. James between April 16 and 17, 2025.
Gang Violence and Crime in Jamaica: Recent Incidents
Gang Violence in Kingston: Alleged Gangster Killed Gang Violence and Crime in Jamaica: Recent Incidents. The West Kingston police have launched an investigation into the brutal slaying of a man. Allegedly, hoodlums gunned him down on Monday morning, April 14, 2025, in downtown Kingston. Authorities identified the deceased as Marlon Anthony Dyer, o/c "Marlon Sniper," … Continue reading Gang Violence and Crime in Jamaica: Recent Incidents
Vigilant Policing Resulted in Guns Recovery and Arrests
Vigilant Policing Resulted in Guns Recovery and Arrests. Swift and vigilant work by the St. Catherine South police on Friday night, April 20, 2025, resulted in the arrest of two men. The men allegedly robbed a woman at gunpoint of cash and other possessions. Also, Police in Westmoreland charged a suspect after removing a loaded firearm from his waistband during a traffic stop. The incident occurred Friday night, April 11, 2025, in the Strathbogie district in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland.
Robbery in St Mary: Carpenter Charged After Gunfight with Police
Robbery in St Mary: Carpenter Charged After Gunfight with Police. Police in St. Mary have filed charges against a carpenter from St Ann. He and an accomplice allegedly robbed several individuals in Spring Valley Heights, Valley Bush, in St. Mary on March 23, 2025. Investigators identified the accused as Ranaldo Lee, or 'Pops,' 28, from … Continue reading Robbery in St Mary: Carpenter Charged After Gunfight with Police
Police Made Key Arrests In Cocaine and Murder Cases
Police Made Key Arrests In Cocaine and Murder Cases. On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, agents from the Firearms and Narcotics Investigation Division (FNID) arrested two British nationals. They were allegedly attempting to smuggle cocaine through the Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA) in Kingston, Jamaica. Police also charged a suspect with July 2024 double murder at a bar in Manchester.