HANOVER, Jamaica— A police constable was shot and injured Wednesday afternoon while performing routine traffic duty on the Cousin’s Cove main road, in Hanover.

Authorities said that the constable’s injuries are not believed to be life-threatening, and he is receiving appropriate medical care.

Reports are that two constables signalled a motorcyclist and a pillion to stop. Initially, the duo seemed compliant, but as they slowed, the pillion passenger allegedly opened fire on one of the policemen. The other policeman was not injured in the shooting.

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) High Command has condemned the act of violence against law enforcement, stating that such incidents not only endanger the lives of the officers but also “threaten the very fabric of our society and the safety of our citizens”.

The JCF is investigating this matter.

The constabulary is appealing to anyone with information regarding this incident to come forward and assist the police in their investigations by calling Police Emergency at 119, Crime Stop at 311 or the NIB Tip Line at 811.