UK Judge, Andrea Martin-Swaby has ordered a mother to return her two young children to Britain by May 16. The mother had brought the children from the United Kingdom to Jamaica, claiming it was a one-month vacation. But she later enrolled the children in school without their father’s consent.
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UHWI Gets Flagged for Shady Procurement Practices
UHWI Gets Flagged for Shady Procurement Practices. Auditor General Pamela Monroe Ellis has highlighted an important issue regarding procurement practices at UHWI that merit our attention. She has observed that some procurement leaders may be splitting government contracts inappropriately. They do this to circumvent regulations meant to ensure fair bidding processes.
Jamaica Law Enforcement report for Kingston and St Thomas
Jamaica Law Enforcement. In ST THOMAS, Jamaica: Law enforcement officers charged a taxi operator with wounding with intent. The authorities filed the charge after the accused allegedly stabbed his spouse during a domestic dispute. The unfortunate incident occurred at his home on Monday, March 30, in St Thomas. Also, In KINGSTON, Jamaica— A man from Kingston faces serious firearm related charges. He is accused of possession of a prohibited weapon. He is also charged with assault at common law. Additionally, he used a firearm to commit a felony. The charges follow an incident in his community on Thursday, April 2.
Police Charged a Portland man With Sex Related Felonies
Police charged a Portland man with Sex Related Felonies. Police in Portland, Jamaica, indicted a suspect. He allegedly confessed to forcefully having carnal knowledge of a woman. This incident occurred in the Fairy Hill community on March 24, 2025. Investigators have identified the confessed offender as Junior Simpson, o/c 'Rasta,' 60, a laborer from Fairy … Continue reading Police Charged a Portland man With Sex Related Felonies
Cops Charged Man who allegedly Assaulted a Constable
Cops Charged Man Who Allegedly Assaulted a Constable. Police officers from the Barnett Street PD in Montego Bay, Jamaica, have charged a man with assault. According to the police, the accused assaulted an officer while the officer was issuing a traffic ticket to a motorist. This incident took place on Church Street in Montego Bay … Continue reading Cops Charged Man who allegedly Assaulted a Constable
INDECOM is Concerned About the Rise in Police Shootings
INDECOM is Concerned About the Rise in Police Shootings. INDECOM is the independent body that investigates police shootings and abuse of power. It has expressed concerns over the increasing number of fatal police incidents. Additionally, INDECOM critiqued the police for their failure to use body-worn cameras. On Friday, INDECOM raised concerns after four separate fatal … Continue reading INDECOM is Concerned About the Rise in Police Shootings
Mummified Remains: Police Charged Two Westmoreland Women
Mummified Remains: Police Charged Two Westmoreland Women. Detectives in Westmoreland, Jamaica, have charged two suspects with several felonies. These charges are related to the discovery of the mummified remains of 69-year-old Viola Destin. Police found the remains in the Old Hope district of Little London on July 6, 2025. The authorities identified the accused as … Continue reading Mummified Remains: Police Charged Two Westmoreland Women
Police Raids: Two Guns Seized and Several Suspects Arrested.
Police Raids: Two Guns Seized and Several Suspects Arrested. On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, law enforcement seized two illegal firearms. They detained multiple suspects during a series of targeted police raids. The security forces conducted the raids at several locations in the St. Andrew North Division. In the first police raid, law enforcement officers recovered … Continue reading Police Raids: Two Guns Seized and Several Suspects Arrested.
Break-in: Cops probe Robbery of Shotgun and $4.5 Million
Break-in: Cops probe Robbery of Shotgun and $4.5 Million. Detectives from the St. Andrew North Division in Jamaica have launched an investigation into a break-in and robbery of $4.5 million. The incident occurred Sunday night, July 13, at a Fesco gas station and Western Union outlet in Rock Hall, St. Andrew. According to reports, management … Continue reading Break-in: Cops probe Robbery of Shotgun and $4.5 Million
MOCA Arrested Suspect in $47.5M Phishing Scam at NCB
MOCA Arrested Suspect in $47.5M Phishing Scam at NCB. The Major Organized Crime and Anti-Corruption Agency (MOCA) in Kingston, Jamaica, has arrested a suspect linked to the ongoing $47.5 million phishing scam involving the National Commercial Bank (NCB). Still, the authorities have not disclosed the woman's name. She was apprehended at her home in Clarendon … Continue reading MOCA Arrested Suspect in $47.5M Phishing Scam at NCB