CLARENDON, Jamaica — Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has referred to as for the Jamaica Constabulary Drive (JCF) to strengthen its capability to intervene in home disputes, significantly these linked to psychological well being points.
His feedback observe final Thursday’s triple homicide of members of the identical household in Rocky Level, Clarendon.
Dr. Holness mentioned violent interpersonal conflicts at the moment are the main reason for murders in Jamaica, noting that gang-related killings have been trending downward.
The triple killing occurred at a home in Frazersfield, Clarendon, the place it’s reported that the suspect turned concerned in a dispute along with his mom, brother and cousin. The person allegedly used a machete to fatally chop all three kinfolk.
The prime minister burdened that the police might want to take a extra proactive strategy in responding to and managing home disputes earlier than they escalate into lethal violence.
Dr. Holness made the feedback whereas talking with members of the Clarendon Police Division throughout a current go to to Rock River, Clarendon.
