Security forces on high alert in Spanish Town after reputed gang leader killed
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Following the fatal shooting of the reputed leader of the One Order Gang, security forces are now on high alert as they work to maintain order in Spanish Town, St Catherine.
Othneil Lobban otherwise called ‘Thickman’ was reportedly shot and killed by members of the Joint Anti-Gang Task Force (JAGTF) at Six Miles in St Andrew about 10:30 pm on Wednesday.
In a statement Thursday morning, the police said they remain on high alert due to an extreme threat level but assured the public they were taking all necessary measures to ensure their safety as well as that of the force.
The police noted attempts by supporters of the deceased to disrupt the area but said the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) and Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) were maintaining a strong presence on the ground and had the situation under control.
Lobban was listed as one of the top five most wanted individuals by the National Joint Anti-gang Task Force’s Assault on Gang initiative. He, however, remained elusive and allegedly directed various violent activities and organised crimes in St Catherine, Kingston and several other parishes, the police said.
Meanwhile, the police are urging citizens to remain calm and to cooperate with the security forces as they work to maintain peace and stability in the area.
