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Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby (centre), addresses a press conference at the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation in downtown Kingston, on December 5. Listening (from left) are Deputy Superintendent of Police in charge of operations, Kingston Central, Rohan Ritchie, and Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of Area 4, Michael Phipps.
Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby (centre), addresses a press conference at the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation in downtown Kingston, on December 5. Listening (from left) are Deputy Superintendent of Police in charge of operations, Kingston Central, Rohan Ritchie, and Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of Area 4, Michael Phipps.

Traffic Changes to Be Implemented in Downtown Kingston Dec. 9

Effective Monday, December 9, significant traffic changes will be implemented in downtown Kingston to streamline the flow of pedestrians and vehicles, ensuring greater efficiency and safety in the commercial hub during the busy Christmas season. The changes were announced by...
Some of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) newly minted members march during a Passing Out Parade, held at the National Police College of Jamaica in St. Catherine, on Thursday (December 5).
Some of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) newly minted members march during a Passing Out Parade, held at the National Police College of Jamaica in St. Catherine, on Thursday (December 5).

JCF Boosted with 139 New Constables
Executive Director of the National Road Safety Council (NRSC), Paula Fletcher.
Executive Director of the National Road Safety Council (NRSC), Paula Fletcher.

NRSC Partners with Police in Ensuring Safe Road Use
National Security Minister, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (second left), tours sections of the Gregory Park community in Portmore, St. Catherine, during a visit to the Gregory Park Mobile Command on Wednesday (December 4). He is accompanied by (from left) Member of Parliament for St. Catherine East Central, Hon. Alando Terrelonge; Head of Strategic Operations, Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police, Warren Clarke; Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police, Christopher Phillips; and Deputy Superintendent of Police, St. Catherine South Division, Michael Campbell.
National Security Minister, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (second left), tours sections of the Gregory Park community in Portmore, St. Catherine, during a visit to the Gregory Park Mobile Command on Wednesday (December 4). He is accompanied by (from left) Member of Parliament for St. Catherine East Central, Hon. Alando Terrelonge; Head of Strategic Operations, Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police, Warren Clarke; Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police, Christopher Phillips; and Deputy Superintendent of Police, St. Catherine South Division, Michael Campbell.

Public Safety and Security a Key Pillar of Aspire Jamaica
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, delivers remarks during Wednesday’s (December 4) handover ceremony for 203 technology assets donated by the Republic of Korea, at the Office of the Commissioner of Police in Kingston.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, delivers remarks during Wednesday’s (December 4) handover ceremony for 203 technology assets donated by the Republic of Korea, at the Office of the Commissioner of Police in Kingston.

JCF Gets Technology Items from Republic of Korea

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PCOA Celebrates Top Performing Stations in Area 2 During Police Week

Castleton Station in the St. Mary Division emerged as the Top Station in the Area 2 Transforming Our Police Service (TOPS) Competition organized by the Police Civilian Oversight Authority (PCOA). The station was among several winners announced at an awards ceremony held recently at Cardiff Hotel and Spa in Runaway Bay in St. Ann during Police Week. Castleton bested some...
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Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Clifford Blake, addresses the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Area 2 Transforming Our Police Service (TOPS) Awards Ceremony at Cardiff Hotel & Spa in Runaway Bay, St. Ann, on November 27.
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St. Mary is TOPS in JCF Area 2

St. Mary has emerged the Top Division in the Police Civilian Oversight Authority (PCOA) 2024 Transforming Our Police Service (TOPS) awards. The ceremony was held at the Cardiff Hotel & Spa in Runaway Bay, St. Ann, on November 27. This year’s event recognised the outstanding performing police stations in Area 2 of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), comprising the parishes...
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, addresses the House of Representatives, on Tuesday (December 3).
National Security

ZOSOs Extended in Seven Communities

The House of Representatives, on Tuesday (December 3), approved a 180-day extension of the Zones of Special Operations (ZOSOs) in seven communities across Jamaica. They are Denham Town, West Kingston; Norwood and Mount Salem, St. James; Greenwich Town, Parade Gardens and August Town in St. Andrew, and Savanna-la-Mar in Westmoreland. In his remarks, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National...
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The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) military band plays a musical item during the JDF’s annual carol service at the Garrison Church of The Ascension, Up Park Camp, Kingston, on Tuesday (December 3). The Carol Service is a cherished tradition within the JDF that symbolises community spirit, unity and the heart of the Christmas season.
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PHOTOS: Jamaica Defence Force Carol Service

The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) military band plays a musical item during the JDF’s annual carol service at the Garrison Church of The Ascension, Up Park Camp, Kingston, on Tuesday (December 3). The Carol Service is a cherished tradition within the JDF that symbolises community spirit, unity and the heart of the Christmas season.
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Police Commissioner, Dr. Kevin Blake (standing), congratulates members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) who were recognised during the organisation’s Honours and Awards Ceremony at the National Arena on Thursday (November 28).
National Security

163 JCF Officers Honoured With Long Service Awards

A total of 163 police officers were recognised and awarded for their commitment to excellence and long service to the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), during an honours and awards ceremony at the National Arena on Thursday (November 28). The awardees were commended for their contribution to nation-building and their role in the JCF’s evolution as a force for good. Deputy...
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Area 5 Police Trained in Supervisory Management

Thirty-one members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Area 5 Division have benefited from training in Supervisory Management. The course, conducted by the HEART/NSTA Trust, also covered public speaking and human resources management. Delivering the keynote address at the closing ceremony held recently at the Greater Portmore Police Station in St. Catherine, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Clifford Chambers, urged...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), expresses condolences to a relative of one of five persons killed during a shooting in the Waltham Park Road area of St. Andrew on Monday night (Nov. 25). The Prime Minister visited the community on Tuesday (Nov. 26). Looking on are members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF).
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PM Condemns Waltham Park Road Killings, Pledges to Go After Gangs

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government will not relent in its efforts to disrupt criminal gangs, protect communities and create a safer Jamaica. He gave the assurance during a visit to the Waltham Park Road area of St. Andrew on Tuesday (Nov. 26), where five persons were shot and killed on Monday night (Nov. 25)....
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