ST MARY, Jamaica—A businessman and a woman accomplice were arrested on Saturday in connection with the seizure of 13 imitation rifles and an imitation pistol in White River, St Mary on Saturday, September 13.

The identities of the individuals have not been revealed.

According to the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), the arrests are linked to an ongoing multi-million dollar fraud investigation led by detectives from the Counter-Terrorism and Organised Crime Investigation Branch (C-TOC). The two suspects are facing charges of breaching the Firearms (Prohibition, Restriction and Regulation) Act and the Proceeds of Crime Act.

Reports are that C-TOC personnel, joined by members of the Specialised Operations Branch, were on operation between 6:00 am and 10:00 am, when a premises was searched and the imitation firearms were seized.

Superintendent of Police Victor Barrett of C-TOC highlighted the significance of the arrests and emphasised the role of community partnership in the fight against crime.

“There are criminal groups intent on undermining the safety and stability of our communities. They will use imitation firearms as a deliberate tactic to intimidate citizens and commit crimes. It remains our duty to ensure they are removed from our streets and the perpetrators are brought to justice. We are urging citizens to remain vigilant and continue to support the police in disrupting criminal activities,” said Barrett.