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Minister of National Security, Hon. Peter Bunting, says that the number of fatal police shootings continues to decline, with 104 cases up to June 24, which is less than the 119 shootings for the same period in 2011. The figure, he said, is also “dramatically less” than the 150 reported for January to June 24, 2010, and is reflective of...

The proposed merger of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) and the Island Special Constabulary Force (ISCF), is high on the list of priorities of the Government. According to Minister of National Security, Hon. Peter Bunting, this forms part of a policy response to national security issues, both from the control and prevention aspects. He said that from a control perspective,...

The police is cautioning persons against allowing others to use their bank accounts to facilitate the movement of large sums of money, as they could face serious charges. Speaking at a Think Tank hosted by the Jamaica Information Service’s (JIS) Montego Bay Regional Office on Wednesday (June 27), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Devon Watkis, noted that Jamaica is signatory...

Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) in charge of Area One, Devon Watkis, says that the police has made significant inroads in dismantling gangs over the last two years, with a number of persons arrested and convicted before the courts. Addressing a Think Tank hosted by the Jamaica Information Service’s (JIS) Montego Bay Regional Office  on Wednesday (June 27),  ACP Watkis ...

The remarkable dexterity of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF), and other local and international uniformed groups, thrilled the thousands of Jamaicans, who attended last night’s (June 28) opening of theJamaica Military Tattoo 2012. From an exhilarating parachute-jump display, to a dramatic search and rescue enactment, the audience remained riveted throughout the three-hour long show held at the JDF’s Polo Field...

Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) in Charge of Area One, Devon Watkis, is appealing to residents of Mount Salem in St. James to embrace the law enforcement personnel serving the area. The appeal comes in the wake of a recent newspaper article, which stated that a perception of corruption still hangs over the station, stemming from an incident some three...

A total of 89 officers attached to the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) were presented with national medals of honour during a ceremony held on Wednesday (June 27) at the Terra Nova Hotel in Kingston. Of the number, 66 officers received medals for long service and good conduct, while 23 received the ‘First Bar to the National Honours and Awards’....

Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Devon Watkis, is imploring Jamaicans to expose lotto scammers, as they are detrimental to the country’s image, and are affecting persons at home and abroad. “To take away, or trick someone to relieve them of their assets is an issue. It is time for us as a people to be satisfied with what we earn...

Cabinet has approved the immediate establishment of a Ministerial Committee to provide a comprehensive review of the 12th annual Trafficking in Persons Report following Jamaica’s downgrade. This was disclosed by Minister of National Security, Hon. Peter Bunting on June 19, during a statement to the House of Representatives. He informed that the committee will develop a programme of corrective action...

The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) says that all is in place for the highly anticipated Jamaica Military Tattoo, which begins on June 28. The event, under the theme: ‘Precision, Pomp and Pageantry: The First Five Decades’, is being staged to commemorate the JDF 50th anniversary and Jamaica’s Golden Jubilee. It will be an exciting, colourful show of lively military displays...

The Ministry of National Security has signed a follow-on military co-operation agreement with the People’s Republic of China, under which that country will provide military aid to Jamaica, valued at $136 million. The new agreement, which was sealed in May 2012, include the supply of uniforms, materials for uniforms, ballistic helmets, vests, boots and tents. Details of the contract were...

Minister of National Security, Hon. Peter Bunting, said that continuous training of the coast guards is of utmost importance as the country continues to grapple with crime. He stated that through exposure to the latest techniques and equipment in diving, they will be better able to carry to out their functions “whether it be from a security perspective, a rescue...