Subscribe Login
Jamaica Observer
ePaper
The Edge 105 FM Radio Fyah 105 FM
Jamaica Observer
ePaper
The Edge 105 FM Radio Fyah 105 FM
    • Home
    • News
      • Latest News
      • Cartoon
      • Central
      • North & East
      • Western
      • Environment
      • Health
      • International
      • #
    • Business
      • Social Love
    • Sports
      • Football
      • Basketball
      • Cricket
      • Horse Racing
      • World Champs
      • Commonwealth Games
      • FIFA World Cup 2022
      • Olympics
      • #
    • Entertainment
      • Music
      • Movies
      • Art & Culture
      • Bookends
      • #
    • Lifestyle
      • Page2
      • Food
      • Tuesday Style
      • Food Awards
      • JOL Takes Style Out
      • Design Week JA
      • Black Friday
      • #
    • All Woman
      • Home
      • Relationships
      • Features
      • Fashion
      • Fitness
      • Rights
      • Parenting
      • Advice
      • #
    • Obituaries
    • Classifieds
      • Employment
      • Property
      • Motor Vehicles
      • Place an Ad
      • Obituaries
    • More
      • Games
      • Jobs & Careers
      • Study Centre
      • Jnr Study Centre
      • Letters
      • Columns
      • Advertorial
      • Editorial
      • Supplements
      • Webinars
    • Home
    • News
      • Latest News
      • Cartoon
      • Central
      • North & East
      • Western
      • Environment
      • Health
      • International
      • #
    • Business
      • Social Love
    • Sports
      • Football
      • Basketball
      • Cricket
      • Horse Racing
      • World Champs
      • Commonwealth Games
      • FIFA World Cup 2022
      • Olympics
      • #
    • Entertainment
      • Music
      • Movies
      • Art & Culture
      • Bookends
      • #
    • Lifestyle
      • Page2
      • Food
      • Tuesday Style
      • Food Awards
      • JOL Takes Style Out
      • Design Week JA
      • Black Friday
      • #
    • All Woman
      • Home
      • Relationships
      • Features
      • Fashion
      • Fitness
      • Rights
      • Parenting
      • Advice
      • #
    • Obituaries
    • Classifieds
      • Employment
      • Property
      • Motor Vehicles
      • Place an Ad
      • Obituaries
    • More
      • Games
      • Jobs & Careers
      • Study Centre
      • Jnr Study Centre
      • Letters
      • Columns
      • Advertorial
      • Editorial
      • Supplements
      • Webinars
  • Home
  • News
  • Latest
  • Business
  • Cartoon
  • Games
  • Food Awards
  • Health
  • Entertainment
    • Bookends
  • Regional
  • Sports
    • Sports
    • World Cup
    • World Champs
    • Olympics
  • All Woman
  • Career & Education
  • Environment
  • Webinars
  • More
    • Football
    • Letters
    • Advertorial
    • Columns
    • Editorial
    • Supplements
  • Epaper
  • Classifieds
  • Design Week
Cops on guard duty during alleged rapist’s escape removed from frontline duty
A manhunt was launched for Ellis after he escaped police custody while undergoing treatment at the St Ann’s Bay Hospital.
Latest News
October 1, 2023

Cops on guard duty during alleged rapist’s escape removed from frontline duty

ST ANN, Jamaica — The Police High Command has revealed that the two officers on guard duty at the St Ann’s Bay Hospital where alleged rapist Troy Ellis escaped custody on Sunday morning, have been removed from frontline duty with immediate effect.

In a release on Sunday, the Jamaica Constabulary Force’s corporate communications unit said a full report on the incident is expected to be submitted to the Commissioner of police by the end of day.

The circumstances of Ellis’ escape are now the subject of a major investigation by the Inspectorate and Professional Standards Oversight Bureau.

A manhunt was launched for Ellis after he escaped police custody while undergoing treatment at the St Ann’s Bay Hospital.

READ: Man accused of raping, killing 8-y-o escapes police guard at hospital

Ellis is facing rape and murder charges following the killing of 8-year-old Talia Thompson.

Young Talia was allegedly raped and murdered on Saturday, September 23 by the man, who is said to be a close family friend.

He was taken to hospital after reportedly shooting himself and inflicting several stab wounds to his body in an attempted suicide.

READ: Man attempts suicide after allegedly raping, killing 8-y-o girl

In the meantime, the police are asking residents in the immediate environs of the hospital or anyone with information about the whereabouts of this escapee, to report any suspicious activity to the police at 119, to Crime Stop at 311 or to the NIB Tip Line at 811. They also warned that residents should expect to see a heavy police presence in the space and are being asked to cooperate with the authorities.

Persons are reminded that harbouring a felon is a crime.

{"website":"website"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
img img
0 Comments · Make a comment

ALSO ON JAMAICA OBSERVER

Prosecution ends its case in Mario Deane trial
Latest News, News
Prosecution ends its case in Mario Deane trial
May 7, 2025
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — The Crown has ended its case in the trial of the three cops charged with the incident in which Mario Deane was fatally beaten ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Trailer drivers protest working conditions at Kingston port
Latest News, News
Trailer drivers protest working conditions at Kingston port
BY VANASSA MCKENZIE Observer Online reporter mckenziev@jamaicaobserver.com 
May 7, 2025
Several trailer drivers are now on strike at the Kingston Freeport Terminal (KFT) over what they say are poor working conditions at the port, includin...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
JFF president cannot confirm if Dennis Chung will be stepping down as general secretary
Latest News, Sports
JFF president cannot confirm if Dennis Chung will be stepping down as general secretary
May 7, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Despite credible information received by the Jamaica Observer, Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) President Michael Ricketts says h...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Johnson Smith heads to St Kitts and Nevis for regional talks on foreign policy
Latest News, News
Johnson Smith heads to St Kitts and Nevis for regional talks on foreign policy
May 7, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Foreign Affairs, Senator Kamina Johnson Smith is set to participate in the 28th meeting of the Caribbean Community (Ca...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Jamaica to review visa facilitation for GCC visitors
Latest News, News
Jamaica to review visa facilitation for GCC visitors
May 7, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — In a bid to attract more visitors from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, Jamaica's Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett, ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
H&L introduces modular homes at affordable prices
Business, Latest News
H&L introduces modular homes at affordable prices
May 7, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — In a move to address the country's shortage of cost-effective housing, H&L Homes, the newest division of the H&L Group, has rolled...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Philippines seeking Caricom vote for position on UN Security Council
Latest News, Regional
Philippines seeking Caricom vote for position on UN Security Council
May 7, 2025
ASSETERRE, St Kitts (CMC) — The Philippines Foreign Affairs Minister, Enrique Manalo, has arrived in St Kitts for talks with his counterparts from the...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Amorim eyes European glory with ‘worst’ Man Utd team in Premier League history
International News, Latest News
Amorim eyes European glory with ‘worst’ Man Utd team in Premier League history
May 7, 2025
London, United Kingdom (AFP)-Ruben Amorim says nothing will change if he wins the Europa League with the "worst" Manchester United team in Premier Lea...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
❮ ❯

Polls

HOUSE RULES

  1. We welcome reader comments on the top stories of the day. Some comments may be republished on the website or in the newspaper; email addresses will not be published.
  2. Please understand that comments are moderated and it is not always possible to publish all that have been submitted. We will, however, try to publish comments that are representative of all received.
  3. We ask that comments are civil and free of libellous or hateful material. Also please stick to the topic under discussion.
  4. Please do not write in block capitals since this makes your comment hard to read.
  5. Please don't use the comments to advertise. However, our advertising department can be more than accommodating if emailed: advertising@jamaicaobserver.com.
  6. If readers wish to report offensive comments, suggest a correction or share a story then please email: community@jamaicaobserver.com.
  7. Lastly, read our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy
‘Fix the Bill’
JTA urges Government to avoid injustice in proposed law
News
‘Fix the Bill’ JTA urges Government to avoid injustice in proposed law
JTA urges Government to avoid injustice in proposed law
BY JASON CROSS Observer staff reporter crossj@jamaicaobserver.com 
May 6, 2025
TWO days before the celebration of Teachers’ Day, Dr Mark Smith, the man who heads the union representing more than 25,000 educators, appeared to hint...
Telegram
{"xml":"xml"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Trump will make ‘very, very big announcement’ before Mideast trip
International News, Latest News
Trump will make ‘very, very big announcement’ before Mideast trip
May 6, 2025
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — United States (US) President Donald Trump on Tuesday teased that he will make a major announcement ahead of his trip...
Telegram
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
‘Speeding’ Mercedes Benz crashes after eluding cops in traffic stops
Latest News, News
‘Speeding’ Mercedes Benz crashes after eluding cops in traffic stops
May 6, 2025
MANCHESTER, Jamaica — Police are reporting that the driver of a red Mercedes Benz GLE 450 was arrested after he eluded cops twice during traffic stops...
Telegram
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}

Recent Posts

Prosecution ends its case in Mario Deane trial
Latest News, ...
Prosecution ends its case in Mario Deane trial
May 7, 2025
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — The Crown has ended its case in the trial of the three cops charged with the incident in which Mario Deane was fatally beaten ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Trailer drivers protest working conditions at Kingston port
Latest News, ...
Trailer drivers protest working conditions at Kingston port
BY VANASSA MCKENZIE Observer Online reporter mckenziev@jamaicaobserver.com 
May 7, 2025
Several trailer drivers are now on strike at the Kingston Freeport Terminal (KFT) over what they say are poor working conditions at the port, includin...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
JFF president cannot confirm if Dennis Chung will be stepping down as general secretary
Latest News, ...
JFF president cannot confirm if Dennis Chung will be stepping down as general secretary
May 7, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Despite credible information received by the Jamaica Observer, Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) President Michael Ricketts says h...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Johnson Smith heads to St Kitts and Nevis for regional talks on foreign policy
Latest News, ...
Johnson Smith heads to St Kitts and Nevis for regional talks on foreign policy
May 7, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Foreign Affairs, Senator Kamina Johnson Smith is set to participate in the 28th meeting of the Caribbean Community (Ca...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Jamaica to review visa facilitation for GCC visitors
Latest News, ...
Jamaica to review visa facilitation for GCC visitors
May 7, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — In a bid to attract more visitors from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, Jamaica's Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett, ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}

Archives

Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Tweets

Polls

Recent Posts

Prosecution ends its case in Mario Deane trial
Latest News, ...
Prosecution ends its case in Mario Deane trial
May 7, 2025
WESTMORELAND, Jamaica — The Crown has ended its case in the trial of the three cops charged with the incident in which Mario Deane was fatally beaten ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Trailer drivers protest working conditions at Kingston port
Latest News, ...
Trailer drivers protest working conditions at Kingston port
BY VANASSA MCKENZIE Observer Online reporter mckenziev@jamaicaobserver.com 
May 7, 2025
Several trailer drivers are now on strike at the Kingston Freeport Terminal (KFT) over what they say are poor working conditions at the port, includin...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
JFF president cannot confirm if Dennis Chung will be stepping down as general secretary
Latest News, ...
JFF president cannot confirm if Dennis Chung will be stepping down as general secretary
May 7, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Despite credible information received by the Jamaica Observer, Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) President Michael Ricketts says h...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Johnson Smith heads to St Kitts and Nevis for regional talks on foreign policy
Latest News, ...
Johnson Smith heads to St Kitts and Nevis for regional talks on foreign policy
May 7, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Foreign Affairs, Senator Kamina Johnson Smith is set to participate in the 28th meeting of the Caribbean Community (Ca...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Jamaica to review visa facilitation for GCC visitors
Latest News, ...
Jamaica to review visa facilitation for GCC visitors
May 7, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — In a bid to attract more visitors from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, Jamaica's Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett, ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}

Archives

Logo Jamaica Observer
Breaking news from the premier Jamaican newspaper, the Jamaica Observer. Follow Jamaican news online for free and stay informed on what's happening in the Caribbean
Featured Tags
  • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Health
  • Auto
  • Business
  • Letters
  • Page2
  • Football
Categories
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Page2
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Page2
Ads
img
Jamaica Observer, © All Rights Reserved
  • Home
  • Contact Us
  • RSS Feeds
  • Feedback
  • Privacy Policy
  • Editorial Code of Conduct