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407 fewer murders
Police commissioner says performance not a marginal improvement
Jason Cross | Reporter 
December 30 12:20 AM
407 fewer murders
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High commission moves to keep Melissa aid flowing as duty waiver nears end
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High commission moves to keep Melissa aid flowing as duty waiver nears end
Alicia Dunkley-Willis | Senior Reporter 
December 30 12:18 AM
High commission moves to keep Melissa aid flowing as duty waiver nears end
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Comedians thrill patrons at Christmas Comedy Cook-up
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Comedians thrill patrons at Christmas Comedy Cook-up
Kevin Jackson 
December 30 12:16 AM
Comedians thrill patrons at Christmas Comedy Cook-up
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T20 World Cup will be crucial for Sammy, says Bishop
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T20 World Cup will be crucial for Sammy, says Bishop
December 30 12:14 AM
T20 World Cup will be crucial for Sammy, says Bishop
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HOME SWEET HOME?
JaBA hunt $44 million in bid to host FIBA World Cup qualifiers
Daniel Blake | Sports Writer | blaked@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 30 12:12 AM
No place like home
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Wedding Planning Like a Pro: Tools and Tips to Keep You Sane
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Wedding Planning Like a Pro: Tools and Tips to Keep You Sane
December 30 12:10 AM
Wedding Planning Like a Pro:
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Committee member Carlene Edwards encouraged by FIFA experience
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Committee member Carlene Edwards encouraged by FIFA experience
December 30 12:08 AM
Committee member Carlene Edwards encouraged by FIFA experience
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JPS ups power restoration effort
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JPS ups power restoration effort
...72 specialised vehicles arrive in Montego Bay
December 30 12:08 AM
JPS ups power restoration effort
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Five arrested as police seize three illegal guns, over 100 rounds
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Five arrested as police seize three illegal guns, over 100 rounds
December 20, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Five men have been arrested and charged in connection with the seizure of three guns and more than 100 rounds of ammunition in separ...
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Firearm, ammo seized in Kingston 13
Firearm, ammo seized in Kingston 13
October 16, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica – A Glock pistol with a magazine containing seven 9mm rounds was seized during a mobile patrol on Lane Gem Road in Kingston 13, on W...
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Submachine gun seized in St Andrew South Police Division
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Submachine gun seized in St Andrew South Police Division
October 14, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A high-powered submachine gun was seized by members of the St Andrew South police during an early morning operation on Tuesday. Re...
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Man killed, two held as police seize firearm in massive operation
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Man killed, two held as police seize firearm in massive operation
August 14, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A man was shot dead at a church, two others arrested on warrants and an illegal firearm seized during a massive operation on Matth...
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St James man in custody after gun seizure
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St James man in custody after gun seizure
August 3, 2025
ST JAMES, Jamaica  –  One man has been arrested following an early morning firearm seizure on Barnett Street, St James, on Saturday. Reports from the ...
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Constable arrested in illegal firearms trafficking operation
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Constable arrested in illegal firearms trafficking operation
July 29, 2025
ST ANDREW, Jamaica — A member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) was arrested in connection with the seizure of two firearms during an intelligen...
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Motorcyclist slapped with gun charges after attempting to evade police
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Motorcyclist slapped with gun charges after attempting to evade police
July 16, 2025
ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica — A man is now facing multiple firearm-related charges following the seizure of two illegal weapons and a cache of ammunition du...
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Five firearms, ammo seized in St James
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Five firearms, ammo seized in St James
July 14, 2025
ST JAMES, Jamaica- Five firearms and several rounds of ammunition were seized by the police during an operation in Hendon Norwood, St James on Sunday....
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Dominica vows to dismantle illegal gun-running syndicate
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Dominica vows to dismantle illegal gun-running syndicate
June 16, 2025
ROSEAU, Dominica (CMC) – Dominican law enforcement authorities on Monday vowed to dismantle a gun-running syndicate after the police said that nearly ...
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Kingston man charged in major firearms seizure; police seek second suspect
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Kingston man charged in major firearms seizure; police seek second suspect
June 4, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Police have charged a Kingston man with 25 counts in connection with the seizure of 14 firearms and 57 rounds of ammunition found ...
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Two arrested during gun seizure at Manchester bar
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Two arrested during gun seizure at Manchester bar
May 29, 2025
MANCHESTER, Jamaica— Police in Manchester are reporting that two people were arrested and a firearm seized during an operation at a bar in Newport, Ma...
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‘Messi’ held, charged after illegal gun found in bag
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‘Messi’ held, charged after illegal gun found in bag
May 14, 2025
ST ANDREW, Jamaica— An illegal firearm was seized and a man was arrested on Tarrant Drive near Half-Way -Tree, St Andrew, on Tuesday. The man, 23-year...
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Cops find AK47 rifle hidden under zinc in Waterhouse
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Cops find AK47 rifle hidden under zinc in Waterhouse
April 27, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica—An AK47 rifle was found hidden under a zinc sheet in an open lot on Dilpath Crescent in Waterhouse, St. Andrew, Sunday morning. The ...
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Cops kill man, seize gun in St Andrew operation
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Cops kill man, seize gun in St Andrew operation
April 16, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica - A man was found dead and an illegal firearm seized during an alleged confrontation with the police on Content Avenue off Waltham P...
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Two firearms seized in St Andrew
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Two firearms seized in St Andrew
March 27, 2025
ST ANDREW, Jamaica— Two men were arrested early Thursday morning after being found with illegal firearms. St Andrew police say about 12:30 lawmen went...
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High-powered gun seizures in Portland, St Thomas
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High-powered gun seizures in Portland, St Thomas
March 27, 2025
ST THOMAS, Jamaica—  One assault rifle was found in St Thomason Wednesday, while Two high-powered rifles were seized in Portland. In St Thomas, a team...
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Police seize firearm in Molynes Road murder investigation
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Police seize firearm in Molynes Road murder investigation
March 26, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Police have recovered a gun during investigations into Monday's Molynes Road murder, describing the find as "significant progress"...
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Multiple gun seizures in St Ann, police laud community
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Multiple gun seizures in St Ann, police laud community
February 19, 2025
ST ANN, Jamaica - The St Ann police are crediting community engagement and cooperation for the discovery of several illegal weapons and ammunition in ...
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M16 seized in Red Hills Road raid
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M16 seized in Red Hills Road raid
February 10, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Police seized an M16 assault rifle and ammunition during a raid on Monday in the Red Hills Road community. The rifle was found at ...
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WATCH: 16 firearms recovered in St Andrew South Division
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WATCH: 16 firearms recovered in St Andrew South Division
February 6, 2025
ST ANDREW, Jamaica — The St Andrew South Police Division has recovered 16 firearms in 35 days in what the police are describing as a significant succe...
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AK 47 seized in St Catherine
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AK 47 seized in St Catherine
January 28, 2025
ST CATHERINE, Jamaica - The police arrested one man following the seizure of an AK 47 assault rifle in Central Village, St Catherine on Tuesday. Repor...
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Twenty-year-old found with glock
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Twenty-year-old found with glock
January 20, 2025
ST ANDREW, Jamaica - A 20-year-old entrepreneur has been charged with possession of a prohibited weapon and unauthorised possession of ammunition foll...
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407 fewer murders
Police commissioner says performance not a marginal improvement
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December 30, 2025
407 fewer murders
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High commission moves to keep Melissa aid flowing as duty waiver nears end
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High commission moves to keep Melissa aid flowing as duty waiver nears end
Alicia Dunkley-Willis | Senior Reporter 
December 30, 2025
High commission moves to keep Melissa aid flowing as duty waiver nears end
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Comedians thrill patrons at Christmas Comedy Cook-up
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Comedians thrill patrons at Christmas Comedy Cook-up
Kevin Jackson 
December 30, 2025
Comedians thrill patrons at Christmas Comedy Cook-up
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T20 World Cup will be crucial for Sammy, says Bishop
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T20 World Cup will be crucial for Sammy, says Bishop
December 30, 2025
T20 World Cup will be crucial for Sammy, says Bishop
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HOME SWEET HOME?
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HOME SWEET HOME?
JaBA hunt $44 million in bid to host FIBA World Cup qualifiers
Daniel Blake | Sports Writer | blaked@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 30, 2025
No place like home
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