Law-enforcement officers are urging prospective buyers of used cars to examine the vehicle identification numbers before completing their purchase. The appeal comes from Detective Sergeant Dave Francis of the Jamaica Constabulary Force Stolen Motor Vehicle Unit, while speaking on the Police Civilian Oversight Authority (PCOA) ‘Citizens’ Corner’ podcast. Sergeant Francis said criminals continue to disguise stolen vehicles as legitimate and...

Residents across Portland are benefiting from improved access to the services of the Office of the Public Defender (OPD) through the agency’s Redress Road Tour 2026. Between June 15 and July 3, the tour visited nine communities across the parish, providing residents with an opportunity to raise concerns, seek guidance, and learn more about the OPD’s mandate in addressing complaints...

Justices of the Peace (JPs) are being encouraged to play a greater role in reducing conflict and promoting peaceful dispute resolution within their communities. Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Delroy Chuck, emphasised that JPs can make a significant contribution to maintaining peace and order by helping to resolve disputes before they escalate into violence. Addressing a virtual JP...

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Delroy Chuck, has voiced strong support for the Government’s Demerit Point System, declaring that the time has come to remove reckless motorists from the roads and restore law and order on Jamaica’s streets. Speaking during the Trelawny Justice of the Peace Association’s Commissioning Ceremony for 19 newly minted members at the Glistening Waters...

A moving service was held to celebrate the life and legacy of late retired Court of Appeal President, Hon. Justice Ian Xavier Forte, who was remembered not only for his historic contributions to the justice system, but also for his profound humility and devotion to family. The Official Funeral, held on Friday (June 26) at Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church...

A total of 145 persons were convicted for praedial larceny offences in 2025, says Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green. The Minister made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2026/27 sectoral debate in the House of Representatives, recently. Mr. Green also disclosed that the Agricultural Protection Branch of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has been established...

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is being encouraged to embrace transformational leadership that goes beyond authority and operational competence to include compassion, empathy and humanity. Parish Court Judge Kaysha Grant Pryce, in making the call, said that Jamaica requires police officers who are not only capable of enforcing the law but of also inspiring trust, strengthening communities and restoring confidence...