Three alleged goat thieves arrested in Manchester
One of three men arrested in Newport, Manchester. In the background a ram goat suspected to have been stolen.
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Kasey Williams | Reporter  
January 23, 2024

Three alleged goat thieves arrested in Manchester

MANCHESTER, Jamaica — Three men have been taken into custody on suspicion of being involved in praedial larceny following a police chase in Newport, Manchester on Tuesday.

A police source said about midday, a team was on patrol on Trowers Street when a Toyota Axio motor car was observed driving in a manner that aroused suspicion. The vehicle sped off and was chased by the police.

The vehicle was subsequently intercepted. Three men were seen aboard the vehicle. During a search a ram goat was found hidden inside the car.

The men were arrested and brought to the Mandeville police station lock-up.

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