Westmoreland, Jamaica — Police within the Westmoreland Division say legal prices are pending in opposition to three ladies following a violent confrontation at a fuel station in Whithorn that left one lady hospitalised in vital situation.
The incident, which occurred on Thursday, February 19, 2026, reportedly started as a dispute between the events and shortly escalated right into a bodily altercation. In the course of the conflict, a flammable substance was used, leading to one lady being doused and set ablaze.
The injured lady, who was recognized in a viral video circulating on-line, sustained extreme burn accidents. She was first handled at a medical facility within the parish earlier than being transferred to Cornwall Regional Hospital for specialised remedy.
Investigators additional revealed that amid the chaos, one of many accused ladies was allegedly stabbed by one other feminine who intervened throughout the incident. Each people had been hospitalised, and police confirmed that one stays beneath guard. The lady accused of finishing up the stabbing is at the moment in custody.
Regulation enforcement officers have recorded statements and are compiling a case file to be submitted to the Workplace of the Director of Public Prosecutions for evaluation. Costs are anticipated.
The Jamaica Constabulary Drive has renewed its enchantment to the general public to chorus from sharing graphic footage of the incident, citing the disturbing nature of the movies circulating on social media.
Investigations into the matter are ongoing.
