Murders In Portland On The Rise

Murders In Portland On The Rise

An increase in murders in Portland is becoming a worrying trend in the peaceful parish. According to police statistics, the number of murders has more than doubled compared to the corresponding period last year. Portland has recorded 11 murders since the start of the...
Bobo Hill At Odds With Residents of Weise Road

Bobo Hill At Odds With Residents of Weise Road

The Rastafarian faith is known for its culture of love and peace however, their reputation is being tainted as residents of Weise Road, Bull Bay allege criminals are using the Bobo Hill space as an escape route after committing several shootings.  There has been...
Two Men Killed In Police Shootout

Two Men Killed In Police Shootout

A running gun battle between gunmen and police in Central Kingston, early on the morning of July 9, on Tower street, Fleet Street and Water Lane, resulted in the fatal shooting of two unidentified men. The Central Kingston communities have seen a major increase in...
Police And Interaction With The Citizenry

Police And Interaction With The Citizenry

Members of the human rights fraternity and the wider public are calling for the use of more non-lethal methods. Following July 5, 2021 fatal shooting of a mother of 6, who allegedly attack the police with a knife. We discuss police excess and the vexed issue of how...