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Trial of soldiers charged with murder of businessman Keith Clarke adjourned until April 29 amid juror shortage

A shortage of jurors today forced the trial of the three soldiers charged with the 2010 murder of businessman Keith Clarke to be adjourned until April 29.

When the case came up today in the Home Circuit Court, there was a request from the defence to stay the trial until an appeal filed by the soldiers

Hanover police say tension between rival factions in Montpelier, has been posing a challenge for law enforcement

The Hanover police say tension between two rival factions in the Montpelier community has been posing a significant challenge for law enforcement since last year.

According to the parish's Crime Officer, Deputy Superintendent, Carl Brown, the conflict escalated with the murder of a man last Monday

Portland police report marginal reductions in serious and violent crimes in the parish

The Portland police are reporting marginal reductions in serious and violent crimes in the parish so far this year.

Head of Operations for the parish, Deputy Superintendent (DSP) Velonique Campbell told the recent monthly meeting of the Portland Municipal Corporation on Thursday, that despite the declines,

Mayor Swaby warns real estate developers to ensure their advertisements are in line with what was approved by the KSAMC

According to Mr. Swaby, in some cases, approvals were granted for the construction of 1-bedroom units, however, subsequent advertisements suggest the availability of multiple-bedroom units. He warned against this practice.

Marley brothers announce first tour in Over 20 years: Legacy Tour to sweep North America

In what would be their first tour in over 2 two decades, the Marley brothers are gearing up to embark on the highly anticipated Legacy tour across North America.

Sean Paul and Kes join forces for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Anthem

Grammy Award-winning superstar Sean Paul and Soca star Kes are teaming up to create the official anthem of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.

Turbulence warns fans after being scammed

Entertainer Turbulence has issued a warning after scammers exploited his identity to fabricate a fraudulent social media profile, deceiving promoters out of approximately 3,000 pounds.Entertainer Turbulence has issued a warning after scammers exploited his identity to fabricate a fraudulent social media

Classes disrupted at Seaview Gardens Primary as ancillary staff protest salary issues

Students at the Seaview Gardens Primary School in St. Andrew had to return to their homes this morning, as protesting ancillary staff members padlocked the institution's gate. The workers are reportedly disgruntled over issues with their salaries. Nearly seven years of frustration, came to a head this

St. Elizabeth police intensify search for two suspects allegedly involved in shootout with cops last Friday

shootout with cops last Friday.

An alleged accomplice was reportedly killed during the incident.

Head of the St Elizabeth police, Acting Superintendent Coleridge Minto said several operations are being carried out with hopes of locating the two suspects.

St Catherine South Police increase presence in Portmore and Old Harbour following two murders at the weekend

In the most recent incident at about 2:45 PM on Saturday, 21-year-old Tyrone Roberts, otherwise called "gungu" was shot and killed on Panton Street in Old Harbour.

About an hour earlier, 27-year-old Kiwane Johnson was also shot and killed by gunmen in Gregory Park.

Trial of soldiers charged with murder of businessman Keith Clarke adjourned until April 29 amid juror shortage

Monday, April 15, 2024 Donique Weston News No comments

A shortage of jurors today forced the trial of the three soldiers charged with the 2010 murder of businessman Keith Clarke to be adjourned until April 29. When the case came up today in the Home Circuit Court, there was a request from the defence to stay the trial until an appeal filed by the soldiers has been heard and determined.

Hanover police say tension between rival factions in Montpelier, has been posing a challenge for law enforcement

Monday, April 15, 2024 IRIE FM NEWS News No comments

The Hanover police say tension between two rival factions in the Montpelier community has been posing a significant challenge for law enforcement since last year. According to the parish's Crime Officer, Deputy Superintendent, Carl Brown, the conflict escalated with the murder of a man last Monday leading the police to anticipate reprisal.

Former Reggae Boys Message Therapist Jose Camago is dead

Monday, April 15, 2024 Dwight Fraser Sports No comments

The Jamaica Football Federation and the wider football fraternity in South America is today mourning the passing of Brazilian Jose Luis Camago.

Shimona Nelson- Jok elevated to active roster of Mavericks in the Suncorp Super Netball League

Monday, April 15, 2024 Dwight Fraser Sports No comments

Sunshine girl Shimona Nelson- Jok has been elevated from her training partner role to the active roster of the Melbourne Mavericks in the Suncorp Super Netball League in Australia.

Marley brothers announce first tour in Over 20 years: Legacy Tour to sweep North America

Monday, April 15, 2024 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

In what would be their first tour in over 2 two decades, the Marley brothers are gearing up to embark on the highly anticipated Legacy tour across North America.

Sean Paul and Kes join forces for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Anthem

Monday, April 15, 2024 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Grammy Award-winning superstar Sean Paul and Soca star Kes are teaming up to create the official anthem of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.