April 4, 2024
19-y-o charged with housebreaking and larceny
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica — A 19-year-old from Mount Prospect district in St Elizabeth has been charged with housebreaking and larceny after gaining access to a store in Mandeville, Manchester on Thursday, March 28.
He is Jovian Beckford.
According to reports, about 1:56 am, Beckford allegedly removed the front window of the business place and proceeded to ransack the establishment. He reportedly drank juices from a fridge in the store valued at $500. He also reportedly stole $1,200 from the cash register before making his escape.
A report was made and upon viewing the CCTV footage, Beckford was arrested. He reportedly confessed to the crime during his interview and was charged on Wednesday, April 3.
A court date is being finalised.