Three motorcyclists died in separate crashes on Thursday night in Jamaica, raising August fatalities to 35. The crashes occurred within 31 minutes, with excessive speed likely causing all three incidents. Since January 1, 56 motorcyclists have lost their lives, representing 25% of road fatalities this year. August’s total fatalities show an increase, with 35 deaths compared to 28 last year during the same period. Authorities emphasize the urgent need for improved road safety due to the rising motorcycle crash incidents
Tag: Road Fatalities
Road Safety: Jamaica’s Trends and Statistics from Q2 2026
Road safety report for Jamaica. The Island Traffic Authority (ITA) reported that eighty-three Jamaicans lost their lives in 75 fatal collisions during the second quarter of 2026. The ITA released this troubling information on Thursday, July 30, 2026. While these statistics reveal some concerning trends, there is also a silver lining.
Road Fatalities: Two women lost their lives in separate collisions.
Road fatalities in Jamaica. Two Jamaican women lost their lives Thursday night in separate motor vehicle accidents in Jamaica. These incidents brought road fatalities to 166 for the year. Law enforcement officials have identified the victims as Danique Thomas, 28, from the Hibernia community in Manchester. The other victim is Ann-Marie Robinson from Stony Hill, St. Andrew.
Police Fatally Shot a Suspect along the Spanish Town Bypass
The police fatally shot a suspect along the Spanish Town Bypass in St. Catherine, Jamaica, on Saturday. The Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) has launched an investigation into this latest police-involved shooting.
Motorcyclists must have proper certification to use public roadways
Motorcyclists, so far this year, have accounted for 26 percent of all road deaths occurred in Jamaica. Of the 135 fatalities in 121 crashes, 35 were motorcyclists. As a result, The police have reminded motorcyclists that, under the new Road Traffic Act, they must possess a valid rider's license. This is necessary to operate on public roads.
Vehicle Collision Claimed Two lives Over The Weekend
Two people lost their lives over the weekend in separate vehicle collisions in Hanover and Clarendon. A 75-year-old woman died following a crash in Hanover. Additionally, a motorcyclist passed away from injuries sustained when his motorcycle collided with a police service vehicle on Muirhead Avenue in Denbigh, Clarendon.
Road Safety Trends: April Sees 16% Drop in Fatalities
Road Safety Trends: April Sees 16% Drop in Fatalities. Exciting news from the Island Traffic Authority (ITA) as we see a promising trend in road safety! Five months into the year, and we are celebrating significant double-digit reductions in road fatalities.
Highway Crash: Five Dead and Seven Injured in Trelawny
Highway Crash: Five Dead and Seven Injured in Trelawny. On Sunday morning, July 6, hospital authorities reported that five people were dead and seven others were injured. This was after a Hiace bus veered off the North Coast Highway. It crashed into several palm trees. The tragic highway crash happened around 2:00 a.m. near Salt … Continue reading Highway Crash: Five Dead and Seven Injured in Trelawny
Jamaica: Tourist dies after Collision, Passenger Bus Overturns.
Jamaica: Tourist dies after Collision, Passenger Bus Overturns.. St. Mary, Jamaica, a passenger bus overturned on the Junction main road. This accident occurred on Saturday, May 31, 2025. Several people were reportedly injured. According to reports, the accident occurred at about 9 a.m. The report stated that the bus was transporting 24 passengers from Kingston … Continue reading Jamaica: Tourist dies after Collision, Passenger Bus Overturns.
Tragic Crash on Bustamante Highway Claims Two Lives
Two students are dead, and several others injured after a motor vehicle collision on the Bustamante Highway in Clarendon Monday morning.