Kingston, Jamaica — Prime Minister Andrew Holness has introduced a $2 million reward for data resulting in the arrest of these liable for the homicide of 14-year-old Terona “TT” Thomas, who was tragically killed in a drive-by taking pictures on April 20 in Hill Avenue, St Andrew.
Holness made the announcement on Tuesday whereas talking on the commissioning ceremony of the Olympic Method JamaicaEye Monitoring Challenge on the Olympic Gardens Police Station — a challenge geared toward increasing surveillance capabilities in high-risk areas.
“This can be a painful second for the group and the nation,” Holness mentioned. “Terona’s life was stolen far too quickly, and we should ship a transparent message that those that prey on our youngsters can be dropped at justice. I’m urging anybody with data to return ahead.”
Thomas, a pupil described by residents as cheerful and brilliant, was shot together with two males through the late-night assault. She was rushed to the hospital however was pronounced useless.
Holness, who represents the constituency of West Central St Andrew the place the assault occurred, additionally acknowledged he would request extra funds from Minister of Nationwide Safety Dr. Horace Chang to additional improve the reward pool if vital.
The Prime Minister’s name for justice comes amid rising frustration over gun violence in inner-city communities. Head of the St Andrew South Police, Senior Superintendent Damion Manderson, reported final week that investigators are pursuing “robust leads” and are hopeful that arrests can be made quickly.
Anybody with data is inspired to contact the police confidentially.
“We should not let Terona’s loss of life go unanswered,” Holness mentioned. “This isn’t nearly crime-fighting — that is about defending our youngsters and our future.”
