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Custos of Clarendon and Juici Patties Director, Hon. Edith Chin (fourth left), and Director at Continental Baking Company, Craig Hendrickson (third right), hand over cheques totalling $2 million to Head of Operations for the Clarendon Police, Superintendent Anton-Gur Cardoza (fourth right), towards the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Shop With a Cop initiative. Members of the JCF, Juici Patties staff and other stakeholders share in the occasion. The presentation took place on Monday (December 15) at the Verandah, located at Juici Empowerment Park in Clarendon.
Custos of Clarendon and Juici Patties Director, Hon. Edith Chin (fourth left), and Director at Continental Baking Company, Craig Hendrickson (third right), hand over cheques totalling $2 million to Head of Operations for the Clarendon Police, Superintendent Anton-Gur Cardoza (fourth right), towards the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Shop With a Cop initiative. Members of the JCF, Juici Patties staff and other stakeholders share in the occasion. The presentation took place on Monday (December 15) at the Verandah, located at Juici Empowerment Park in Clarendon.

‘Shop With a Cop’ Initiative Gets $2 Million Boost

The Clarendon Police has received a $2-million donation towards the staging of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) annual Shop with a Cop initiative, which brings holiday cheer to children from challenging circumstances or who have experienced trauma. The funds, contributed...
Commanding Officer of the Newport West Formation of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Superintendent Rochelle McGibbon-Scott, addresses a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.
Commanding Officer of the Newport West Formation of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Superintendent Rochelle McGibbon-Scott, addresses a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.

Newport West Police Urges Vigilance Against Motor-Vehicle Scams
Assistant Commissioner of Police, assigned to the Strategic Operations Portfolio and the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch, Dr. Gary McKenzie, speaking at a Jamaica Information Service Think Tank on December 8, about gun salutes during the holiday period.
Assistant Commissioner of Police, assigned to the Strategic Operations Portfolio and the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch, Dr. Gary McKenzie, speaking at a Jamaica Information Service Think Tank on December 8, about gun salutes during the holiday period.

Police Issues Warning Against Gun Salutes
Assistant Commissioner of Police assigned to the Strategic Operations Portfolio and the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch, Dr. Gary McKenzie, addresses a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.
Assistant Commissioner of Police assigned to the Strategic Operations Portfolio and the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch, Dr. Gary McKenzie, addresses a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.

JCF Ramps Up Public Safety Measures for Christmas Season
Head of the Constabulary Communications Network, Senior Superintendent of Police, Dahlia Garrick, speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank.
Head of the Constabulary Communications Network, Senior Superintendent of Police, Dahlia Garrick, speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank.

Parents Urged to Ensure Children’s Safety During Christmas Holiday

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Assistant Commissioner of Police assigned to the Strategic Operations Portfolio and the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch, Dr. Gary McKenzie, speaking at a Jamaica Information Service Think Tank on December 8.
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Police Warn Against Obstructing Traffic

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) will be taking a zero-tolerance approach to persons who obstruct the free flow of traffic in town centres, during the busy Christmas period. Assistant Commissioner of Police assigned to the Strategic Operations Portfolio and the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch, Dr. Gary McKenzie, said the Police will be clamping down on motorists who block...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness, speaks in the House of Representatives on December 9.
National Security

Murders Continue to Decline

The number of murders continues to fall, with 632 homicides recorded as at December 8. The total is 463 fewer than the comparative period in 2024, representing a 42.5 per cent reduction and placing the country on course to record below 700 murders by year end. Prime Minister, Dr. the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness, provided the latest statistics in the...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness, speaks in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (December 9).
National Security

Over 1,000 Body-Worn Cameras to Be Acquired for the Jamaica Constabulary Force

Cabinet has approved the procurement of more than 1,000 body‑worn cameras for the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF). Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, made the disclosure in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (December 9). Dr. Holness noted that this procurement is the first in a series, with additional body‑worn cameras to follow. “Just to be clear to...
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National Coordinator, School Safety and Security Branch in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Richard Troupe (left), looks on as Principal, Haile Selassie High School, Anniona Jones (right) points out something of interest, during a break from a recent conflict resolution and gender-based violence training session at the school in Kingson. Head girl, Jecola Watson (second left) and head boy, Jaheim Pinnock, also observe.
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Students Benefit from Conflict Resolution and Gender-Based Violence Training

Scores of student leaders from Corporate Area high schools have benefited from training in conflict resolution and gender-based violence (GBV). The session, held recently at the Haile Selassie High School, aimed to sensitise the young people about the core concepts of GBV, including how to recognise, distinguish, and respond appropriately to its different forms and to empower them to be...
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Deputy Director of the Counter-Terrorism and Organised Crime Division (CTOC), Acting Senior Superintendent of Police, Victor Barrett, speaks at a JIS Think Tank on December 8 about investigations into real estate fraud.
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JCF Investigating Reports of Real Estate Fraud Since Hurricane Melissa

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is reporting that it is actively investigating recent reports of real estate fraud being perpetrated against persons who have been impacted by Hurricane Melissa. Speaking at a JIS Think Tank on December 8, Deputy Director of the Counter-Terrorism and Organised Crime Division (CTOC), Acting Senior Superintendent of Police, Victor Barrett, noted that the reports are...
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Head of the Constabulary Communications Network (CCN), Senior Superintendent of Police Dahlia Garrick, speaks during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on December 8 about the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Christmas through its Children’s Advocacy, Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) Initiative.
National Security

JCF Extends ‘Care’ Initiative for Children Recovering from Hurricane Melissa

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is bringing joy, stability, and renewed hope to children across western Jamaica this Christmas through its Children’s Advocacy, Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) Initiative as communities continue to recover from the impact of Hurricane Melissa. Speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on December 8, Head of the Constabulary Communications Network (CCN), Senior Superintendent...
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Assistant Commissioner of Police assigned to the Strategic Operations Portfolio and the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch, Dr. Gary McKenzie, speaking at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank on Monday (December 8).
National Security

Police to Maintain Strong Presence During Holiday Period

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) will be maintaining a strong presence on the streets, particularly in major towns, as the Yuletide period approaches. Speaking at a JIS Think Tank on Monday (December 8), Assistant Commissioner of Police assigned to the Strategic Operations Portfolio and the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch, Dr. Gary McKenzie, said that the objective is to...
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