KINGSTON, Jamaica – Since the passing of the Criminal Justice (Suppression of Criminal Organizations) Act or the ‘anti-gang legislation’ just over a year ago, more than 130 people have been charged.

This is according to a news release from the Jamaica Constabulary Force’s Corporate Communications Unit, which said that along with the work of the National Strategic Anti-Gang Unit (NSAGU) – based at the Counter Terrorism and Organized Crime Branch (C-TOC) – it has seen the capture of seven of Jamaica’s most wanted men.

The release said that among those captured are Aston ‘Daley Boy’ Daley, who was arrested in March of this year, and Ryan Brembridge, otherwise called ‘Little Blacks’, who was captured in an operation in Westmoreland in 2014.

Both men, the police report, have since been charged, with the Brembridge being collared under the Criminal Suppression Act for leading a criminal organisation.

However, the police say although they have seen some successes, more can be achieved with the support of citizens.

“Residents are being encouraged to take note of happenings in their communities, and to report any suspicious activity promptly,” the CCU said. “In addition, parents who suspect gangs are influencing their children may contact the Unit (NSAGU) directly by calling 967-1389.

The police say people may also contact Crime Stop at 311, 811 or 119 as well as use the Stay Alert app, which is available for download free from the Google Play store, to report gang activity.