Crackdown on crime in St Mary continues with another major police-military operation
A police-military operation is under way in St Mary as law enforcement officers intensify efforts to suppress crime in the parish.
Today's operation is focused on Baileys Vale and its environs.
Acting Superintendent of police for the St Mary division, Anthony Wallace, says the operation is aimed at targeting crime hotspots to apprehend wanted individuals, recover illegal firearms and ammunition, and arrest those involved in lottery scamming.
"This initiative is a multi-agency effort involving over 100 officers from the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) and Jamaica Defence Force," Wallace pointed out.
The Area 2 Fugitive Apprehension Team, the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB), the Canine, Specialised Operations, the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) and the Criminal Investigations Branch (CIB) are the specialised JCF units participating in the operation.
Wallace emphasised that “this operation is part of our vision to eliminate all criminal activity in St Mary from 2025 onwards. It represents our unwavering commitment to fostering safer communities and restoring public confidence.”
Wallace said that residents are encouraged to cooperate with law enforcement officers during the operation and report any suspicious activities to the police.
"The JCF assures the public that this ongoing campaign against criminal elements underscores its dedication to securing the safety and well-being of all citizens," he concluded.
- Gareth Davis
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