The Ministry of National Security and Peace is appealing to members of the public to share any information that can lead to the arrest and charge of those responsible for Sunday night’s mass shooting in Commodore, Linstead, St. Catherine, which claimed the lives of five individuals, including a child.
During a visit to the community on Monday, October 6, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security and Peace, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, announced a JM $2 million reward for information leading to the arrest and charge of the perpetrators.
“The deliberate killing of a child and the slaughter of innocent people cannot and will not go unanswered,” the Minister said. “We are determined to bring those responsible to justice and to restore peace to the people of Commodore.”
The Prime Minister and the Deputy Prime Minister met with grieving families and community members alongside members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) who continue to maintain a strong presence in the area.
The Ministry assures the public that every available resource will be deployed to ensure the perpetrators are apprehended.
Persons with information are encouraged to contact the Linstead Police at 876-515-2689, National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) Tip Line at 811, Police Emergency at 119, or Crime Stop at 311.
“We cannot undo the pain that this community is feeling,” the Minister added, “but we can and we will make sure that justice is served. The people of Jamaica deserve to live without fear, and we will not allow criminals to dictate the terms of our peace.”
The Ministry continues to urge citizens to stand together against violence and to support the ongoing investigations in any way possible.
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