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June 3, 2023

Man in custody following firearm, ammo seizure in St Catherine

ST CATHERINE, Jamaica – One man is now in custody following the seizure of a firearm in Frazers Content, Spanish Town, St Catherine on Friday.

Reports from the Spanish Town police are that during an operation, about midday, one .45 pistol with a magazine was seized.

The identity of the man is being withheld pending formal charges being laid.

Investigations continue.

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