In Kingston, Jamaica, police have arrested a former JCF member linked to the murder of JDF soldier Private Ejay Domville. Domville was shot in August while on patrol. In separate incidents, two other individuals, Shane Peddie and Micheal Sutherland, were also murdered, with investigations ongoing and motives unclear.
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Police held St Thomas man with illegal gun in Craig Town, St Andrew.
On September 26, Kingston police arrested Ian Dacres, known as 'Lucky', during a raid in Craig Town, finding him with a 9mm Taurus pistol linked to ongoing gang violence. Additionally, two men were arrested in Bog Walk after police seized a Mac 11 submachine gun and a Beretta pistol during a separate operation.
Police Trainee Shot Dead in Portmore: Investigation Underway.
In St. Catherine, Jamaica, a police trainee, Rushane Nelson, was fatally shot while escorting a family member. Concurrently, two suspects were killed by police in a separate confrontation. Residents protested against the police action, demanding justice, while law enforcement claims the suspects engaged in a shootout, prompting their response. Investigations are ongoing.
Double Murder Shocks Burke Road Community.
The Major Investigation Division is probing a double murder in Kingston involving victims Phillipa Gordon and Andre Wanhue, linked to past violence in the area. Authorities reported reduced overall murders this year. Additionally, a former Central Village resident was killed despite warnings, and three students were hospitalized after a crash in St. Elizabeth.
Hanover’s Most Wanted Surrenders: Key Arrest Update.
In Hanover, Jamaica, 24-year-old Towayne Gunning, evading capture since December 2023 for murder, surrendered to police. Acting ACP Wayne Joseph commended ongoing investigative efforts. Additionally, suspects Omar Logan and Romel Johnson were charged for various offenses, including attempted murder and vehicle theft, following extensive police operations. Court dates are pending.
St Catherine Court Acquits Son of Father’s Murder in Self-Defense Case.
In St Catherine Circuit Court, Charles Hall, 34, was acquitted of murdering his father, Alscott Hall, after arguing self-defense. Attorney Davion Vassell emphasized the defensive wounds Charles sustained. Similarly, the St James Family Court dismissed murder charges against a 14-year-old Irwin High student due to insufficient evidence and extended empathy to the deceased's family.
Fatal Shooting in Albion, Manchester: 21-y-o Suspect Charged.
A suspect, Andre Williams, 21, has been charged in the fatal shooting of Brian Samuels, 27, in Manchester. Williams is facing charges including murder and possession of a prohibited weapon. The victim was attacked at home and pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital. Another brutal murder is being investigated by the Linstead police.
PNP Conference: Police Issue Strong Warnings Against Carrying Weapons and Breaking Road Traffic Laws.
The police issued a strict warning for the People's National Party Annual Conference, prohibiting weapons and reminding motorists to follow traffic laws. Licensed firearm holders were instructed to store their firearms at specific locations. A woman in St. Catherine received a suspended sentence and parental supervision after pleading guilty to child cruelty.
Violent Murders Shake St James Community.
Two murders in Hurlock, St James, left Ronaldinho Headley and O'Neil Howe dead. In a separate incident, electrician Lewar Davis was fatally shot in Glengoffe, St Catherine. Three individuals lost their lives in a car crash in Half-Way Tree, St Andrew. Additionally, a firearm was seized in an operation in Cassava Piece, St Andrew.
Fatal Shooting of Woman and Child in Commodore, Linstead: Latest Update.
Gunmen shot and injured a 6-year-old boy and fatally shot a woman in Commodore, Linstead. A man was unprovokedly killed in Montego Bay. A Manchester teen was arrested and charged for stabbing. Westmoreland mechanic Leon Pryce was charged with simple larceny and fraudulent conversion for failing to replace a car engine.