Police in Portland have confirmed that 21 Haitians have been captured on Monday, September 22, 2025, after arriving illegally on Jamaican shores.
Studies are that round 1:00 p.m., an 18-foot multi-coloured canoe carrying 40 Haitians got here ashore at Kensington, Portland. The group shortly dispersed into close by communities, however residents alerted the police, who sprang into motion.
A swift operation led to the seize of 18 males and three girls, whereas the search continues for the remaining 19 nonetheless at giant.
This newest incident provides to a rising variety of Haitians coming into Jamaica illegally by boat, as Haiti stays in deep turmoil as a result of safety breakdowns and political unrest.
Authorities are urging residents to not harbour the Haitians and to contact the police instantly if they’re seen.
