649 murders recorded up to Saturday December 20, 43% reduction compared to last year

649 murders were recorded in Jamaica up to Saturday December 20, a 43 percent reduction compared to last year.

487 fewer murders were committed compared to the 1136 recorded in the similar period in 2024.

According to the Jamaica Constabulary Force, St. Andrew South recorded the highest number of murders with 74, followed by St. Catherine North with 63.

Portland had the least with 11, followed by Trelawny with 13.

Meanwhile, the JCF is reporting that cases of rape have declined by 115.

Robberies increased by 52, and break-ins by 170.

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Call renewed for all motorcyclists to wear certified helmets

649 murders were recorded in Jamaica up to Saturday December 20, a 43 percent reduction compared to last year.

487 fewer murders were committed compared to the 1136 recorded in the similar period in 2024.

According to the Jamaica Constabulary Force, St. Andrew South recorded the highest number of murders with 74, followed by St. Catherine North with 63.

Portland had the least with 11, followed by Trelawny with 13.

Meanwhile, the JCF is reporting that cases of rape have declined by 115.

Robberies increased by 52, and break-ins by 170.

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364 people killed in road crashes since the start of the year

649 murders were recorded in Jamaica up to Saturday December 20, a 43 percent reduction compared to last year.

487 fewer murders were committed compared to the 1136 recorded in the similar period in 2024.

According to the Jamaica Constabulary Force, St. Andrew South recorded the highest number of murders with 74, followed by St. Catherine North with 63.

Portland had the least with 11, followed by Trelawny with 13.

Meanwhile, the JCF is reporting that cases of rape have declined by 115.

Robberies increased by 52, and break-ins by 170.

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PSOJ President Metry Seaga says 7% increase in JPS bills will not have any major effect

649 murders were recorded in Jamaica up to Saturday December 20, a 43 percent reduction compared to last year.

487 fewer murders were committed compared to the 1136 recorded in the similar period in 2024.

According to the Jamaica Constabulary Force, St. Andrew South recorded the highest number of murders with 74, followed by St. Catherine North with 63.

Portland had the least with 11, followed by Trelawny with 13.

Meanwhile, the JCF is reporting that cases of rape have declined by 115.

Robberies increased by 52, and break-ins by 170.

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SBAJ president says 7% increase in electricity  bills is unconscionable

649 murders were recorded in Jamaica up to Saturday December 20, a 43 percent reduction compared to last year.

487 fewer murders were committed compared to the 1136 recorded in the similar period in 2024.

According to the Jamaica Constabulary Force, St. Andrew South recorded the highest number of murders with 74, followed by St. Catherine North with 63.

Portland had the least with 11, followed by Trelawny with 13.

Meanwhile, the JCF is reporting that cases of rape have declined by 115.

Robberies increased by 52, and break-ins by 170.

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PM Holness cites importance of reduced homicides to bolstering tourism sector

649 murders were recorded in Jamaica up to Saturday December 20, a 43 percent reduction compared to last year.

487 fewer murders were committed compared to the 1136 recorded in the similar period in 2024.

According to the Jamaica Constabulary Force, St. Andrew South recorded the highest number of murders with 74, followed by St. Catherine North with 63.

Portland had the least with 11, followed by Trelawny with 13.

Meanwhile, the JCF is reporting that cases of rape have declined by 115.

Robberies increased by 52, and break-ins by 170.

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Road users especially in Western Jamaica urged to exercise extreme caution during festive season

649 murders were recorded in Jamaica up to Saturday December 20, a 43 percent reduction compared to last year.

487 fewer murders were committed compared to the 1136 recorded in the similar period in 2024.

According to the Jamaica Constabulary Force, St. Andrew South recorded the highest number of murders with 74, followed by St. Catherine North with 63.

Portland had the least with 11, followed by Trelawny with 13.

Meanwhile, the JCF is reporting that cases of rape have declined by 115.

Robberies increased by 52, and break-ins by 170.

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OUR advises that JPS should be reasonable in estimated post hurricane bills based on past consumption pattern

649 murders were recorded in Jamaica up to Saturday December 20, a 43 percent reduction compared to last year.

487 fewer murders were committed compared to the 1136 recorded in the similar period in 2024.

According to the Jamaica Constabulary Force, St. Andrew South recorded the highest number of murders with 74, followed by St. Catherine North with 63.

Portland had the least with 11, followed by Trelawny with 13.

Meanwhile, the JCF is reporting that cases of rape have declined by 115.

Robberies increased by 52, and break-ins by 170.

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PM Holness welcomes almost US$7B hurricane recovery and reconstruction package from international partners

649 murders were recorded in Jamaica up to Saturday December 20, a 43 percent reduction compared to last year.

487 fewer murders were committed compared to the 1136 recorded in the similar period in 2024.

According to the Jamaica Constabulary Force, St. Andrew South recorded the highest number of murders with 74, followed by St. Catherine North with 63.

Portland had the least with 11, followed by Trelawny with 13.

Meanwhile, the JCF is reporting that cases of rape have declined by 115.

Robberies increased by 52, and break-ins by 170.

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Alleged burglar mobbed and set on fire in St. Elizabeth

649 murders were recorded in Jamaica up to Saturday December 20, a 43 percent reduction compared to last year.

487 fewer murders were committed compared to the 1136 recorded in the similar period in 2024.

According to the Jamaica Constabulary Force, St. Andrew South recorded the highest number of murders with 74, followed by St. Catherine North with 63.

Portland had the least with 11, followed by Trelawny with 13.

Meanwhile, the JCF is reporting that cases of rape have declined by 115.

Robberies increased by 52, and break-ins by 170.

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