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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, emphasies a point while addressing the retirement function for Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Fitz Bailey, held recently at the AC Mariott Hotel in New Kingston.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, emphasies a point while addressing the retirement function for Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Fitz Bailey, held recently at the AC Mariott Hotel in New Kingston.

Respect for Human Rights Paramount – PM

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says respecting the rights of citizens remains paramount in the fight against criminal gangs. He noted that human rights are rooted in the transformation of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF). “In all their...
Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn.
Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn.

Construction of Infant Nursery for Incarcerated Expectant Mothers Nearing Completion
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), engages in conversation with outgoing Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Fitz Bailey, at a retirement function for the veteran policeman, held on Friday (September 6), at the AC Mariott Hotel, in New Kingston.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), engages in conversation with outgoing Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Fitz Bailey, at a retirement function for the veteran policeman, held on Friday (September 6), at the AC Mariott Hotel, in New Kingston.

Prime Minister Pays Tribute to DCP Bailey
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (right), is greeted by Chairman, St James Police Civic Committee, Dr. Lee Bailey, on his arrival at the St. James Police Civic Committee meeting, held at the Montego Bay Yacht Club in Freeport, St. James, on August 29.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (right), is greeted by Chairman, St James Police Civic Committee, Dr. Lee Bailey, on his arrival at the St. James Police Civic Committee meeting, held at the Montego Bay Yacht Club in Freeport, St. James, on August 29.

National Security Minister Emphasises Importance of Partnership Between Police and Citizens
Commissioner of Police, Dr. Kevin Blake (left), sharing lens time with PCOA representatives, Chairman, Jacqueline Hinkson (centre) and PCOA CEO, Otarah Byfield Nugent, after receiving a framed artwork, titled
Commissioner of Police, Dr. Kevin Blake (left), sharing lens time with PCOA representatives, Chairman, Jacqueline Hinkson (centre) and PCOA CEO, Otarah Byfield Nugent, after receiving a framed artwork, titled 'The Force' by Westwood High School student, Adeija McBean, who won first place in the TOPS Poster Competition for high schools in Area 2 (St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland) in 2023.

PCOA Invites Students in St. Ann, St. Mary And Portland to Enter Tops Poster Competition

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Head of the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Unit, Counter Terrorism and Organised Crime Investigations Branch, Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Woman Detective Inspector Kimesha Gordon.
National Security

Be Wary of Overseas Employment Offers from Unfamiliar Sources – JCF

Persons, particularly women, seeking employment opportunities overseas are being encouraged to be wary of unfamiliar persons who may approach them with such offers. This urging by the police comes against the background of data from the Jamaica Constabulary Force’s (JCF) Anti-Trafficking in Persons Unit, which indicates that 10 Jamaican women were trafficked within the region last year. Head of the...
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National Security Minister, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, inspects new Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) constables during the passing out parade and awards ceremony for 129 new members, at the National Police College of Jamaica in St. Catherine, on August 28.
National Security

JCF Gets 129 New Members

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has been boosted with the addition of 129 new constables. They were presented at a Passing Out Parade, held at the National Police College of Jamaica in St. Catherine, on Wednesday (August 28). In his address at the ceremony, National Security Minister, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, welcomed the new members and emphasised the important role...
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Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Social Media Team, Woman Sergeant Kayla Keane.
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Police Urge Safeguards for Children Allowed to Travel Alone

Parents are being encouraged to be vigilant and cautious when they allow their children to travel alone. This is specifically in relation to their commuting on public transportation to and from school and walking in their communities, according to the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF). Head of the JCF’s Social Media Team, Woman Sergeant Kayla Keane, maintains that parents need to...
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Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (centre), tours sections of Paradise, Norwood and Glendevon in Montego Bay, St. James, on August 23.  
National Security

Persons in Settlements Being Assisted to Become Regularised

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, says the Government remains committed to tackling the issue of illegal settlements, by making it easier for persons to become regularised in a formal way. Following a tour of sections of Paradise, Glendevon and Norwood in St. James on August 23, he pointed out that there is an ongoing drive prioritising affordable...
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Rear view of child carrying backpack going home from school.
National Security

JCF Calls on Public to Look Out for Children Travelling Alone

As the new school year is set to begin in early September, the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is urging the public to look out for children who are travelling alone. Head of the JCF’s Social Media team, Sergeant Kayla Keane, told JIS News in an interview that there are various reasons why children travel alone, and adults should play their...
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Manager of the JCF’s Call Centre, Tania Ricketts, indicates that within a one-minute period, the police receive at least five prank calls.
National Security

JCF Implores Persons Not to Make Prank Calls

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is again calling on persons not to make prank calls to the 119-emergency number. In an interview with JIS News, Manager of the JCF’s Call Centre, Tania Ricketts, indicated that within a one-minute period, the police receive at least five prank calls. “The persons who make the prank calls, they don't stay on the line...
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Head of the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Unit, Counter Terrorism and Organized Crime Investigations Branch, Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Woman Detective Inspector Kimesha Gordon.
National SecurityYouth

Police Urge Human Trafficking Safeguards for Children

The Police are encouraging parents, guardians and other well-thinking adults to take steps to safeguard children against human trafficking. They report that children continue to be the main targets of this heinous crime in Jamaica. Head of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Anti-Trafficking in Persons Unit at the Counter Terrorism and Organised Crime Investigations Branch, Woman Detective Inspector Kimesha Gordon,...
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