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All four are facing three indictments of robbery with aggravation, possession of a prohibited weapon, using a firearm to commit an offence, and are scheduled to appear in the St Catherine Parish Court in Spanish Town this Friday.

Weather experts are all monitoring a broad area of low pressure over the Central Caribbean that has been producing a lot of showers and thunderstorms for the past couple of days.

The National Hurricane Center in the US stated in its latest update issued 7:00 AM (EST) that regardless of the developments “heavy rains are expected over Jamaica during the next day or so”.

In its 5:00 am bulletin today the Met Service of Jamaica stated the current conditions will affect most parishes, especially southern and northeastern parishes into the weekend.

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The incident occurred on Tuesday in the parking lot of Stewarts Hardware.

But the senior investigator says the police cannot divulge any information at the moment as the investigation is at a delicate stage.

Under this new law, a convicted felon is sentenced to a mandatory minimum of 15 years imprisonment before consideration of being granted parole.

With Jamaica averaging well over 1,000 homicides annually the new Firearms Act is a major deterrent, argued anti-gun lobbyists and members of the general public.

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Fogah, was shot dead last night by unknown assailants while a 21-year-old female was shot an injured in the process.

The incident occurred about 9:45 pm, while the condition of the injured woman is said to be not life-threatening.

Today we ask questions about handling cash, robbery and how to be safe with Community Safety and Security Officer for Old Harbour Cpl. W Graham.

With more than a decade of service to the police force, Cpl. Graham, provided some real insights and tips into how one should be prepared when managing such situation, especially during the festive season.

What should I do to secure and move large sums of cash?

It is encouraged when transporting large sums of cash to utilize cash escort services offered by private security companies. 

Service begins 10:00 am with Mystic5 Multimedia providing live stream.

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Blake, 81, died October 18 after a prolong battle with a respiratory illness.

Her body has been cremated by Delapenha Funeral Home.

The Caribbean Youth Advisory Commission (CYAC) says it is deeply concern and unequivocally condemns the “reprehensible actions” involving six boys and a girl.

State authorities, led by the police, have urged the public to refrain from circulating the video because it involve minors and therefore sharing such material is a breach under the Child Pornography (Prevention) Act, which carries a maximum sentence of 20 years imprisonment.

Trade Winds Citrus Limited (TWCL) has noted recent media reports regarding a settlement reached with the National Resources and Conservation Authority (NRCA) concerning criminal proceedings arising from an oil spill in December 2023. TWCL wishes to clarify the details of the matter and provide additional context.

Two students of Lennon High School in Clarendon died from injuries sustained in an accident that occurred about 8:00 am along Bustamante Highway.

It is alleged that the driver of the ill-fated crash was speeding in an effort to elude members of the Transport Authority.

He fled the scene but was subsequently held at the Norman Manley International Airport while attempting to board a flight.

Three other students remain hospitalized with one in critical condition.