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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, 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

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is warning that it will maintain a heightened and zero-tolerance approach towards irresponsible firearm use and illegal use of fireworks during the holiday season. Speaking at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank on December...
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
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.
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.

Police Warn Against Obstructing Traffic
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness, speaks in the House of Representatives on December 9.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness, speaks in the House of Representatives on December 9.

Murders Continue to Decline

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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.
EducationInformationNational SecuritySkillsYouth

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.
National Security

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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State Minister in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert Flynn, told JIS News that the Government is committed to full compliance with the Procurement Act, as it undertakes the Accelerated Infrastructure Restoration (AIR) plan to rebuild police stations impacted by Hurricane Melissa.
National Security

Full Compliance with Procurement Act Under Air Plan

The Government is committed to full compliance with the Procurement Act as it undertakes the Accelerated Infrastructure Restoration (AIR) plan to rebuild police stations impacted by Hurricane Melissa. Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security and Peace, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert Flynn, made the declaration in an interview with JIS News. She noted that while the AIR plan will...
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Assistant General Manager in charge of Engineering and Contract Monitoring at the National Housing Trust (NHT), Alex Bernard, gives remarks during the opening ceremony for the Little London Police Station in Westmoreland on November 28.
HousingNational SecurityOffice of the Prime Minister

Upgraded Little London Police Station a Symbol of Resilience – NHT

Assistant General Manager for Engineering and Contract Monitoring at the National Housing Trust (NHT), Alex Bernard, says the opening of the upgraded Little London Police Station stands as a powerful symbol of renewal, resilience, and Jamaica’s shared responsibility to rebuild. Speaking at the official opening ceremony for the facility in Westmoreland on November 28, Mr. Bernard said that the occasion...
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