St. James constable found dead as police probe wanted man in his vehicle

Police in St. James are investigating the death of a constable at the Maroon Town Police Station on Sunday morning, after reports that a wanted man had been found driving the officer's car during an operation in the area. Police reportedly signalled the vehicle to stop and later established that it belonged to the constable. Further checks allegedly showed that the driver was on the St. James wanted list. The constable is said to have killed himself after returning to the station.

In Kingston, the Central Police are searching for gunmen behind a Saturday night drive-by attack on Losa Street that left 35-year-old Carela Richards, otherwise called Bobby D, dead. Richards was employed to Caribbean Cement Company. A 21-year-old man and a 79-year-old retiree were also shot and admitted to hospital. Police say people were gathered near Rosemary Lane and Mean Lane about 9:25 p.m. when a Honda Fit drove up and occupants opened fire before leaving the scene. Investigators are looking into reports that Richards was the intended target, while officers monitor the area to guard against reprisals.

Residents of Rocky Point, Clarendon, are seeking urgent help after high tides and strong winds pushed seawater inland on Saturday night, damaging at least 17 fishing boats and several shoreline shops. Rocky Point Councillor Winston Mirage said sand carried by the tide entered homes and blocked drains leading to the sea, worsening flooding in yards and along the roadway.

The Independent Fiscal Commission is urging Jamaica to overhaul public sector wage talks, saying negotiations are too often out of step with the budget cycle. It said $42.8 billion has been set aside in the 2026-2027 budget for unresolved compensation claims, but uncertainty can force reactive budgeting and large retroactive payments. The IFC wants a statutory negotiation calendar tied to budget preparation under the Financial Administration and Audit Act, balancing more than 100,000 public workers with nearly three million citizens who rely on public services.

In St. Andrew, Central Police say a joint military-intelligence operation between 3:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. Saturday led to the seizure of 43 rounds of ammunition after searches at several premises. The haul included 37 9mm cartridges, three .45 cartridges, two 5.56 cartridges and one .38 cartridge. Two people were arrested, but their names are being withheld pending further investigation.