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Westmoreland Police Report Decline in Murders During 2024

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is reporting a decline in the number of murders committed in Westmoreland during 2024. Commanding Officer for the Division, Superintendent Othneil Dobson, made the disclosure during the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation’s monthly meeting in Savanna-la-Mar on...
Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn, addresses the launch of an online course to heighten awareness to combat human trafficking, at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston, on January 10.
Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn, addresses the launch of an online course to heighten awareness to combat human trafficking, at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston, on January 10.

Free Online Course on Human Trafficking Launched
Maritime Air and Cyber Command (MACC) and Officer Conducting Exercise (OCE), Commander Alvin Gayle, speaks at a JIS Think Tank on January 9. He said that the opening ceremony of the Exercise Event Horizon 2025 will take place on the recreational lawns of the Bank of Jamaica and that the public is invited.
Maritime Air and Cyber Command (MACC) and Officer Conducting Exercise (OCE), Commander Alvin Gayle, speaks at a JIS Think Tank on January 9. He said that the opening ceremony of the Exercise Event Horizon 2025 will take place on the recreational lawns of the Bank of Jamaica and that the public is invited.

JDF Invites Public to Attend Opening Ceremony of Exercise Event Horizon on January 13
Commanding Officer for the St. Elizabeth Police Division, Superintendent Coleridge Minto, addresses the St. Elizabeth Municipal Corporation’s monthly meeting in Black River on Thursday,(January 9).
Commanding Officer for the St. Elizabeth Police Division, Superintendent Coleridge Minto, addresses the St. Elizabeth Municipal Corporation’s monthly meeting in Black River on Thursday,(January 9).

29 Per Cent Reduction in Major Crimes Across St. Elizabeth
Brigade Commander at Jamaica Defence Force Maritime Air and Cyber Command (MACC) and Officer Scheduling Exercise (OSE), Brigadier Elon Clarke, speaks at a JIS Think Tank on January 9. He provided details of the third staging of their Exercise Event Horizon 2025, a high-level validation programme designed to simulate real-world threats or disasters in a controlled environment and to respond appropriately.
Brigade Commander at Jamaica Defence Force Maritime Air and Cyber Command (MACC) and Officer Scheduling Exercise (OSE), Brigadier Elon Clarke, speaks at a JIS Think Tank on January 9. He provided details of the third staging of their Exercise Event Horizon 2025, a high-level validation programme designed to simulate real-world threats or disasters in a controlled environment and to respond appropriately.

JDF Hosts Exercise Event Horizon January 12-26

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Commissioner of Police, Dr. Kevin Blake.
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Police Commissioner Urges Recommitment to Service Excellence by JCF’s Members

Police Commissioner, Dr. Kevin Blake, has charged members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) to recommit to the sacred task of policing with integrity, compassion and excellence. He noted that in 2024, “we saw how resilience and unity, underpinned by faith, enabled us to rise above obstacles”. “We faced trials, but we stood firm, guided by our shared commitment to...
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Head of the Constabulary Communications Network (CCN), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Stephanie Lindsay (right), addresses a recent Think Tank held at the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) head office in Kingston. Listening is Superintendent Lloyd Darby of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB).
National Security

Be Cautious of Strangers Asking to Use Phone

Members of the public are being urged to be wary of strangers approaching them and asking to use their phones. Head of the Constabulary Communications Network (CCN), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay, said there is a scam involving requests to use phones to make calls. “Criminals approach individuals asking to make a phone call. When you hand them...
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Head of the Constabulary Communications Network (CCN), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Stephanie Lindsay (right), addresses a recent Think Tank held at the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) head office in Kingston. Listening is Superintendent Lloyd Darby of the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB).
National Security

Licensed Firearm Holders and Vehicle Owners Urged to Take Precaution

As Jamaicans prepare to welcome the New Year at parties and other events, the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is urging licensed firearm holders and vehicle owners to take extra precaution to safeguard their property. Addressing a recent JIS Think Tank, Head of the Constabulary Communications Network (CCN), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Stephanie Lindsay, said persons are advised not to...
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Head of the Constabulary Communications Network (CCN), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay.
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Police Warn Against Gun Salutes as Part of New Year’s Celebrations

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has issued a strong warning to persons planning to engage in gun salutes to ring in the New Year. Head of the Constabulary Communications Network (CCN), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Stephanie Lindsay, told JIS News that there will be a zero-tolerance approach by the Police to persons who engage in the practice. The warning...
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Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Corporate Communications Unit (CCU), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Stephanie Lindsay, speaks at a recent JIS Think Tank.
National Security

Jamaicans Urged to Evaluate Information Presented to Them

Jamaicans are being urged to critically evaluate the information they consume and adopt a more safety-conscious approach when venturing out in public. Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Corporate Communications Unit (CCN), Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Stephanie Lindsay, made the appeal recently while speaking with JIS News. She said it is imperative for citizens to stay informed through...
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Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Karina Powell-Hood, speaks with JIS News during a recent interview at the Office of the Police Commissioner, Old Hope Road, St. Andrew.
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JCF Urges Vigilance While Shopping

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is advising members of the public to be extra vigilant as they go about their shopping during the Yuletide season. Speaking with JIS News, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Karina Powell-Hood, said persons should be aware of their surroundings and take extra care when doing cash transactions. She advises the use of credit cards instead...
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (right), and Senior Immigration Officer, Dwayne Haughton (left), look on as Jamaican Traveler, Maureen Charlton, uses the new e-gate installed at the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St. James on Saturday (December 21).
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Sangster International Airport Gets Two New E-Gates

The Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St. James, has enhanced its immigration and customs processing with the installation of two new e-gates among other digital solutions, in time for the busy holiday season. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang toured the airport on Saturday (December 21) to observe the operation of the e-gates,...
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