The Westmoreland Police have indicated a 77 per cent clear-up rate for reported cases of rape in the parish.  

Of the 19 cases brought to their attention, 15 have been cleared with the accused individuals arrested and currently facing charges before the courts.

In the remaining three cases, the suspects have been identified but are yet to be apprehended.

Crime Officer for the parish, Deputy Superintendent Dale Reid attributes the increased clear-up rate to the growing confidence residents have in the police’s ability to investigate and resolve these serious crimes.